UK Minister at the Foreign Office, Hamish Falconer MP:
“I’m appalled by the latest deaths and injuries caused by airstrikes in Gaza.
“ All civilians, especially children, must be protected.
“Both sides must uphold the ceasefire to prevent more bloodshed and allow the implementation of the peace plan.
6th January House of Commons statement of plight of people in Gaza :
“There is a humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Hundreds of thousands lack food, shelter and sanitation while aid is held at the border. This is unforgivable. Restrictions must be lifted, crossings opened and NGOs allowed to work. The UK will do all it can to end this suffering.
