The UK’s foreign secretary, David Lammy, has condemned the reported deaths of six Unrwa workers in an Israeli airstrike on a UN-run school in Gaza as “appalling.” Lammy stressed the importance of aid workers being able to do their jobs safely and called for a ceasefire and a hostage release deal. The UK Labour government has reinstated funding for the UN’s Palestinian refugee agency and imposed restrictions on some arms sales to Israel.
The situation in Gaza remains dire, with the World Health Organization conducting a large medical evacuation from the region due to the ongoing Israeli bombardment. The Israeli military has claimed that recent strikes were aimed at Hamas targets, while reports indicate high civilian casualties, including children, in several locations across Gaza.
Meanwhile, tensions between Israel and Lebanon continue to escalate, with Hezbollah and Israeli forces engaging in repeated exchanges of fire. The situation in the region remains complex, with accusations of human rights violations and the need for a sustainable ceasefire.
The UN chief has strongly condemned the violations of humanitarian law in Gaza, particularly the deaths of aid workers. The ongoing conflict has resulted in a humanitarian crisis, with thousands of casualties and significant damage to civilian infrastructure. Efforts to reach a ceasefire and establish dialogue between the parties involved remain crucial for resolving the crisis and preventing further loss of life.
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