The Failure Of The Armistice In Gaza. British PM Disappointed With Netanyahu

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Foto; Anodalu

JAKARTA - Israel has continued its attacks on Palestinian territories since last Friday after the end of a week-long humanitarian hiatus with the Palestinian Hamas group. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he was disappointed and stressed the need for Israel to prioritize the protection of civilians in Gaza

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Friday, December 8, spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by telephone to discuss the failure of the humanitarian break in the conflict in Gaza.

Sunak expressed his disappointment "at the failure of the battle break in Gaza, which allowed the release of hostages," he said as quoted by Anodalu, Sunday, December 10.

"The country's leaders discussed urgent efforts to ensure all remaining hostages are safely released and allow remaining British citizens in Gaza to leave Gaza," he said.

He also provided up-to-date information about his recent involvement in the Middle East, and repeated his call from the previous week. The UK PM stressed the importance of Israel prioritizing the protection of civilians in Gaza and concentrating on military targets.

Stressing how urgent the needs of civilians are, Sunak renewed its offer of practical support from the UK to facilitate the delivery of life-saving aid.

"He noted that there was pressure at the Rafah crossing point and urged the need to explore other routes to Gaza, including through the Slamom Em," the statement said.

Leaders expressed their concern about the increasing Houthi militant attacks, supported by Iran, on shipping vessels in the Red Sea, the statement added.