David Lammy has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his first visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories as foreign secretary. I’m here to push for a ceasefire,” he said. “The loss of life over the last few months… is horrendous. It has to stop.
Mr Lammy also urged the release of all hostages held in Gaza and an increase in the flow of aid to the territory.
The newly appointed minister held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority PM Mohammad Mustafa on Sunday.
He also met family members of hostages still held in Gaza who have links to the UK. After the meeting Sharon Sharabi, whose two brothers Elie and Yossi were taken hostage on 7 October, said: “Mr Lammy promised to do everything to bring the hostages home. The UK government has committed to be involved in a process with all the relevant sides.
In February the Israeli military said that Yossi Sharabi was killed and that it was likely a result of an IDF air strike. It is thought his body remains in Gaza.
Source: BBC
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