UK threatens Israel with 'further concrete actions' over Gaza offensive, aid restrictions
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday warned Israel of "further concrete actions" over its Gaza offensive and restrictions on aid after a meeting in London with Jordan's King Abdullah II.
"The Prime Minister reiterated that if Israel did not cease the renewed military offensive and lift its restrictions on humanitarian aid, the UK and its partners would take further concrete actions in response," a spokesperson for his Downing Street office said in a statement.
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