
UK among 25 countries demand immediate ceasefire as Gaza faces famine and systematic aid killings
The joint statement by 26 countries including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, and the UK, calls for an immediate end to the Gaza war, a ceasefire, lifting aid restrictions, and Israel's compliance with international law to protect civilians and enable humanitarian access.
The declaration condemned Israel's handling of humanitarian aid, describing its model of distribution as 'dangerous' and a source of further instability.
The statement sharply criticized Israel's denial of basic humanitarian assistance, labeling it unacceptable and in violation of international humanitarian law.
It also rejected any proposal to relocate Palestinians to so-called 'humanitarian cities,' warning that any permanent forced displacement would constitute a grave breach of international legal standards.
Of particular outrage was the killing of more than 800 Palestinians while attempting to access aid, which the signatories called 'appalling.'
The statement reflects growing global condemnation of the Israeli military's conduct in Gaza and its impact on the civilian population.
Hamas welcomed the statement, saying it confirms international recognition of Israel's "widespread violations" and denounced the aid distribution system jointly overseen by the United States and Israel as brutal and criminal.
Hamas also urged the signatories to translate their words into concrete action to end the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
Israel's Foreign Ministry swiftly rejected the joint statement, claiming it was "disconnected from reality" and would embolden Hamas.
Israel rejects the joint statement published by a group of countries, as it is disconnected from reality and sends the wrong message to Hamas.
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