Sunak promises to support Israel during its ‘darkest hour’

Rishi Sunak promised to support Israel during its toughest times and expressed his desire for Israel to succeed in its conflict with Hamas.

After a meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli counterpart, the Prime Minister said that the Palestinian people are also suffering from the actions of Hamas.

He said that the UK agrees with Israel’s ability to protect itself, as allowed by international law.

Mr Netanyahu said that Israel needs ongoing help for a lengthy period of conflict.

The two leaders are meeting as part of Mr Sunak’s two-day visit to the broader area. Number 10 has stated that he will go to Saudi Arabia later today, along with visiting other cities in the region.

The Israeli Prime Minister compared the Palestinian militant group to the Nazis, and described the conflict with Hamas as a battle that involves all civilized countries.

Israeli warplanes and artillery have been continuously attacking Gaza after an unusual Hamas attack on Israel resulted in the death of over 1,400 people on 7 October.

Gaza is still being restricted, with Israel stopping the delivery of water, electricity, and fuel.
Talking to the press after the meeting with Mr. Sunak said that the UK fully supports Israel’s ability to protect itself, but it should do so while following the laws of the international community.

The UK prime minister said that Israel is being very careful to avoid hurting innocent people, which is completely different from what Hamas is doing.

He also said that he was glad that Israel announced on Wednesday that it would allow aid to enter southern Gaza from Egypt.

Israel has said that it will not let any help go through its own land until the people captured by Hamas in an earlier attack are set free.

After meeting Israel’s president Isaac Herzog before, No 10 said Mr Sunak has expectations for more positive advancements in providing help to Gaza.

Before, the leader of the government said that Israel had experienced a very terrible act of violence committed by Hamas.

The visit is happening right after US President Biden’s visit, because world leaders are working hard to stop the conflict between Hamas and prevent it from affecting the whole area.

After visiting Israel, Mr Sunak will have a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman while he is in Saudi Arabia. We have not yet figured out the specific plans for the rest of the trip.