Headline: Israeli Attacks in Gaza Continue Ahead of Thursday Truce; UK and EU Welcome Israel-Hamas Deal
Lead: Israel launches ongoing attacks in Gaza as a truce is set to begin on Thursday. The recent agreement between Israel and Hamas for a coordinated release of hostages and a humanitarian pause has been welcomed by UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and the President of the EU Commission. The deal aims to provide relief to affected families and address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Israeli attacks persist in Gaza despite upcoming truce
Israeli attacks in Gaza are continuing as a truce, set to begin on Thursday, approaches. The ongoing violence comes in the wake of an agreement reached between Israel and Hamas for the coordinated release of hostages and a humanitarian pause. The deal, which has garnered international attention, aims to provide much-needed relief to the families affected by the hostage situation while also addressing the pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
UK and EU leaders hail Israel-Hamas agreement
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron has expressed his support for the agreement, describing it as a crucial step towards providing relief to the families of the hostages and addressing the dire situation in Gaza. He has urged all parties involved to ensure that the agreement is fully delivered, emphasizing the importance of immediate release for all hostages and the reunification of families affected by the October 7th terror attack.
The President of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, also welcomed the agreement, emphasizing her wholehearted support for the release of the 50 hostages and the pause in hostilities. She praised the agreement as a positive development and expressed hope for a successful implementation of the truce.
International community applauds ‘humanitarian pause’ deal
The French Foreign Minister, Catherine Colonna, hailed the agreement between Israel and Hamas on the humanitarian pause in the war in Gaza, referring to it as a moment of true hope. She emphasized the significance of an effective release and expressed hope that French nationals would also be released.
Russia has also welcomed the four-day humanitarian pause deal, calling it a step towards de-escalation of the conflict. Moscow commended Qatar’s role in achieving the agreement, stating that Doha’s efforts had led to the practical implementation of the global call for de-escalation.
As the truce draws near, the international community remains hopeful that the agreement between Israel and Hamas will lead to a temporary relief from the ongoing violence in Gaza. The focus now lies on ensuring the full implementation of the deal, including the coordinated release of hostages and addressing the urgent humanitarian needs of the people in Gaza.
