The United Kingdom voted in favour of the draft Security Council resolution proposed for adoption on 18 September, in line with our longstanding demand for urgent action to address the appalling humanitarian situation in Gaza, bring the hostages home and end the conflict.

Since Hamas’ atrocities of October 7, hostages have been held in unimaginable conditions in Gaza.

We reiterate our condemnation of Hamas and its terrorist ideology.

Hamas must have no role in the future of Gaza - they need to disarm and end their rule.

However, the path to peace must be through dialogue and diplomacy, not further bloodshed.

The UK condemns Israel’s reckless expansion of its military operation which has already cost the lives of 65,000 Palestinians.

We are witnessing an entirely man-made famine in Ga

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