After 18 months of conflict in Gaza, British leadership, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy, publicly condemned Israel's military actions. They expressed deep concern over the catastrophic humanitarian situation, particularly affecting children, labeling aid measures as insufficient. The UK, alongside other countries, is reconsidering its political and economic relationship with Israel, with potential consequences for aid structures. There is a strong push from within the EU to reassess agreements with Israel, reflecting broader international dissatisfaction with the situation in Gaza.
"Sir Keir said the level of suffering in Gaza, especially among innocent children, was 'intolerable'... he was 'horrified' by Israel's decision to escalate its military campaign."
"Lammy condemned as 'monstrous' the suggestion by Israel's hardline finance minister that Gaza should be cleansed of its civilian population, saying Israel's actions isolated it from partners around the world."
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