Statement: The Foreign Secretary's Statement on Israel and Palestine

I welcome the Foreign Secretary’s strong condemnation of Israel’s actions, the suspension of trade talks and sanctions on the extremist settler movement. I hope that our joint statement with France and Canada, issued last night, will further step up pressure on Israel.

The horror in Gaza must end - we need full humanitarian access, a return to the ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and real progress toward a two-state solution.

The Israeli government cannot be allowed to permanently force the displacement of civilians. I will continue to do all I can to support an end to this indefensible situation.

You can read the full statement here: Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories: Foreign Secretary statement, 20 May 2025 - GOV.UK

You can read the Prime Ministers statement with France and Canada here: Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France and Canada on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank - GOV.UK