Rishi Sunak presses for humanitarian relief to Gaza

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:38am on 19 Oct 2023,Thursday International

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Israel on Thursday to advance President Biden's efforts in securing aid for Gaza. Sunak's office stated his goal of expediting a humanitarian aid route in Gaza and ensuring the safe return of British citizens trapped there. His regional itinerary included meetings with various leaders, although specific details remained undisclosed. During his visit to Tel Aviv on Wednesday, President Biden reiterated strong support for Israel's actions against Hamas, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding Gaza's civilian population. He also announced a $100 million aid package for Gaza and the West Bank, contributing to international efforts to address the situation

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