Israel-Hamas war: UK and Germany call for urgent, sustainable ceasefire

UK Foreign Minister David Cameron and his German counterpart, Annalena Baerbock, stated on Saturday that "need is urgent" for a "sustainable ceasefire" in Gaza, but it is not "right now," reported a Sunday Times. pressure was raised on Israel to bring its operation against Hamas to a swift but "sustainable" end, emphasizing that "too many civilians have been killed" in conflict. ministers expressed importance of doing all that can be done to pave way for a sustainable ceasefire leing to a sustainable peace, stating that sooner it comes, better.

UK, Germany to vouch for ‘sustainable ceasefire’

Here are top 7 points highlighted on Israel-Hamas war

1. Joint Statement on Ceasefire: In a joint Sunday Times article, it was emphasized by UK Foreign Minister David Cameron and German counterpart Annalena Baerbock that re is an urgent need for a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza, but y do not believe calling for a general and immediate ceasefire right now is way forward.

2. Reasons for Operation: ministers stated that Israel is forced to defend itself because Hamas barbarically attacked Israel and continues to fire rockets daily, emphasizing that Hamas must lay down its arms.

3. UN General Assembly's Call for Ceasefire: United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly demanded a ceasefire in Gaza, but UK abstained from vote.

4. Pressure on Israel: Israel is facing increasing pressure from its allies, with United States criticizing its bombings as "indiscriminate" in response to October 7 attacks by Hamas.

5. War in Gaza: conflict in Gaza began after Hamas terrorists attacked sourn communities on October 7, resulting in numerous casualties and hostages taken to Gaza.

6. French Involvement: French Foreign Minister Carine Colonna arrived in Tel Aviv, condemning an Israeli strike in Gaza that killed a French Foreign Ministry employee and calling for an immediate and durable truce.

7. Settler Attacks in West Bank: Colonna condemned increasing attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians in West Bank, stating that settlers driven by ideological blindness must be punished.