Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has expressed his support for Israel’s right to defend its security amid ongoing conflict. In response to the six-month anniversary of the Hamas attacks on October 7th, he stated that while the UK stands in solidarity with Israel and supports its efforts to defeat terrorism, it also expresses concern over the need for aid to reach Gaza more swiftly.
The tragic deaths of three British aid workers in an IDF air strike have highlighted the toll that this conflict has taken on civilians. Sunak emphasized the shock and horror felt by the UK over these bloodshed and loss of life, particularly those who were courageously providing aid to those in need. He reiterated the UK’s commitment to delivering aid to Gaza and urged Hamas to release captives and called for a humanitarian ceasefire to halt the fighting.
Sunak condemned the attack on the aid convoy that resulted in these deaths, calling it “the most appalling act in Israel’s history”. He advocated for a sustainable ceasefire that would bring an end to this violence and restore peace in the region. The UK continues to stand in solidarity with Israel while advocating for peace and humanitarian assistance for those affected by this conflict.
