Britain Continues To Press Israel To Comply With International Law

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JAKARTA - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday met with Jordanian King Abdullah II to state Britain will continue to pressure Israel to comply with international humanitarian law, the British Prime Minister's Office said.

The British Prime Minister and Jordanian King met on the sidelines of the COP28 climate conference in Dubai, the office said in a written statement.

"The sunak assured King Abdullah that Britain will continue to pressure Israel about the importance of complying with international humanitarian law and preventing settlers' violence in the West Bank, reported by ANTARA from Anadolu, Saturday, December 2.

Britain also said Sunak acknowledged the important role played by Jordan in overcoming the crisis in Gaza and praised Jordanian aid for Palestinian civilians.

"The Prime Minister reaffirms Britain's commitment to trying to achieve a long-lasting conflict resolution, which provides dignity, peace and security for Israel and Palestine," he said.

The two leaders also emphasized the importance of continuing bilateral relations between the two countries.

At least 109 Palestinians died and several were injured when Israel returned to attack various regions in the Gaza Strip, after the humanitarian break ended, the Health Ministry in Gaza said.

The pause between Israel and Hamas, which took effect on November 24, ended Friday morning local time.