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UK PM Starmer says Israel's decision on Gaza City is wrong

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Posted on August 8, 2025

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(Corrects to say "Gaza City", not "Gaza," in headline and first paragraph) LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday said Israel's decision to take control of Gaza City was wrong

UK PM Starmer Criticizes Israel's Control Decision in Gaza City

UK Prime Minister's Stance on Gaza City

(Corrects to say "Gaza City", not "Gaza," in headline and first paragraph)

Statement from Keir Starmer

LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday said Israel's decision to take control of Gaza City was wrong and urged the government in Jerusalem to reconsider.

Implications of the Decision

"The Israeli Government’s decision to further escalate its offensive in Gaza is wrong, and we urge it to reconsider immediately," he said in a statement.

"This action will do nothing to bring an end to this conflict or to help secure the release of the hostages. It will only bring more bloodshed."

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; Editing by William James)

Key Takeaways

  • UK PM Keir Starmer criticizes Israel's Gaza City decision.
  • Starmer urges Israel to reconsider its actions.
  • He believes the decision will escalate the conflict.
  • Starmer emphasizes the need for peaceful resolution.
  • The statement was made in London.

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