Ramping Up Calls for Investigation and Aid
Rishi Sunak expressed his sorrow over the deaths of three British nationals in Gaza, calling it an "awful tragedy" and demanding a transparent investigation into the incident. He emphasized the need for a significant increase in aid flow into Gaza to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Pressure on Israel to Increase Aid Access
While acknowledging Israel's right to defend itself, Sunak urged for a humanitarian pause to allow more aid into Gaza and the release of hostages. He emphasized the importance of adhering to humanitarian law and protecting civilian lives amidst the conflict.
Apology from Israel's Highest-Ranking Officer
Following the deadly incident involving the killing of aid workers, Israel's top officer, Herzi Halevi, apologized for the "grave mistake" and stated that the bombing should not have occurred. He clarified that the target was Hamas, not the people of Gaza, and acknowledged the complexity of the situation.
