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07 Sept 2025
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First Minister John Swinney has welcomed international condemnation of Israel’s military offensive in the Gaza Strip.
On Tuesday, Foreign Secretary David Lammy hit out at the new offensive and Israel’s restrictions on aid, saying the situation is “monstrous”.
Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely was called in to the Foreign Office and the UK suspended negotiations on a trade deal with Israel.
Middle East minister Hamish Falconer said the UK was also opposed to “rising violence and intimidation” by Israeli settlers in the West Bank.
The suffering in Gaza is intolerable. The attacks by Israel must stop and humanitarian aid must flow immediately. There must be resolute international pressure on Israel to halt its current stance. Humanity must prevail.
— John Swinney (@JohnSwinney) May 21, 2025
Mr Swinney said: “I welcome calls from the UK, France, Canada and many other countries condemning Israel’s intensified military operation in Gaza and blocking access for humanitarian aid. Israel’s actions and rhetoric are deeply troubling.
“The Scottish Government has been consistent and forthright in calling for an immediate and sustained ceasefire, release of hostages, unimpeded access for humanitarian aid, compliance with international court rulings, and an end to licensed arms exports to Israel.
“And of course, a two-state solution, recognising the state of Palestine, so Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace alongside each other.
“History will judge harshly those who prevent food and medicine reaching those most in need.”
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