Islamabad, May 20, 2025: The United Kingdom, France and Canada have strongly opposed the expansion of Israel’s military operations in Gaza.
According to a joint statement issued in Ottawa, British Prime Minister Sir Keir, French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called on the Israeli Government to stop its military operations in Gaza and immediately allow humanitarian aid to enter Gaza.
The leaders of the three countries warned that if Israel does not cease the renewed military offensive and lift its restrictions on humanitarian aid, they will take further concrete actions in response including sanctions.
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The United Kingdom, France and Canada also strongly support the efforts led by the United States, Qatar and Egypt to secure an immediate ceasefire.
Israel launched a new wave of air and ground operations across Gaza over the weekend, saying it will pressure Hamas to release the remaining hostages from the Oct. 7 attack. The army ordered the evacuation of Khan Younis, Gaza’s second-largest city.
