Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 09:17am on 08 Aug 2025,Friday International
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned Israel’s decision to take control of Gaza City, calling it “wrong” and urging immediate reconsideration. The move, approved by Israel’s security cabinet under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal, aims to dismantle Hamas and establish a security perimeter before handing governance to unspecified Arab forces. Starmer warned the action would escalate violence, worsen the humanitarian crisis, and hinder hostage negotiations. He emphasized the need for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and a diplomatic solution based on a two-state framework. The UK has pledged to recognize a Palestinian state by September unless Israel takes substantive steps toward peace. (PC: Vox & India Today)
