Gaza war ‘must end now’, say Lammy and 24 other foreign ministers

WorldPolitics
21 Jul 2025 • 11:02 PM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

image is not available

  • Foreign Secretary David Lammy and foreign ministers from 24 other nations have condemned the Israeli government for depriving Gazans of "human dignity" and urged an immediate lifting of aid restrictions.
  • The group, including representatives from France, Australia, and Canada, described proposals to move 600,000 Palestinians to a "humanitarian city" in Rafah as "completely unacceptable" and a violation of international law.
  • They criticised the "drip feeding of aid" and the "inhumane killing of civilians" seeking basic necessities, saying that hundreds have died while trying to access assistance.
  • The ministers said "the war in Gaza must end now" with an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire".
  • They also reiterated demands for the release of all hostages held by Hamas.

IN FULL

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved