Rishi Sunak Urges Israel to Prioritise Civilian Welfare as Military Operations Intensify

Rishi Sunak has called on Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to permit more humanitarian aid into Gaza, with civilians in the region facing worsening conditions as Israel’s military campaign continues. In a conversation with Netanyahu, Sunak emphasised the urgent need for aid and reiterated concerns over the safety of Gaza’s civilian population. He voiced disappointment about the renewal of hostilities, which followed the expiration of a ceasefire agreement.

The UK Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of Israel narrowing its military objectives to avoid further civilian casualties, offering Britain’s assistance in facilitating life-saving aid deliveries. His comments came amid growing international alarm, with the United Nations describing the situation in southern Gaza as “apocalyptic” due to the scale of destruction caused by the ongoing ground operations. The UN’s Martin Griffiths warned that the relentless pace of military action was escalating, mirroring the destructive impact seen in northern Gaza.