25 Western Nations Demand Immediate End to Gaza War, Condemn Civilian Deaths Near Aid Sites

A coalition of 25 Western countries, including Britain, France, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, has called on Israel to end its war in Gaza immediately and condemned the “inhumane killing” of Palestinians—particularly the deaths of over 800 civilians near food distribution sites. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers criticized Israel’s “drip feeding of aid,” describing it as a “dangerous” model that undermines stability and strips Gazans of their dignity.

The nations also expressed grave concern over the Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which has replaced the U.N.-led aid distribution network. While the United States and Israel support the GHF’s approach, critics, including the U.N., have warned that it bypasses humanitarian standards and puts civilians at risk. The countries behind the statement urged Israel to lift aid restrictions and allow the safe, unrestricted operation of humanitarian agencies and the United Nations.

Israel dismissed the statement as “disconnected from reality” and accused the international community of ignoring Hamas’s role in prolonging the conflict. As diplomatic tensions rose, Israeli tanks advanced further into Deir al-Balah, intensifying the 21-month war that has killed over 59,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza health authorities. Meanwhile, the U.K. announced a new £60 million ($80.9 million) humanitarian aid package for Gaza, signaling growing international pressure on Israel to change course.

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