Starmer Urges Reevaluation: A Stand Against Escalation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized Israel's control over Gaza City, urging the nation to rethink its actions. He deemed the offensive escalation wrong and warned it would only lead to further violence, not peace or the release of hostages.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 08-08-2025 13:21 IST | Created: 08-08-2025 13:21 IST
Starmer Urges Reevaluation: A Stand Against Escalation
Keir Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly criticized Israel's recent decision to take control of Gaza City, calling it a wrong move. He publicly urged the Israeli government to reconsider their course of action immediately.

In a statement, Starmer argued that the Israeli government's decision to further escalate its offensive in Gaza fails to contribute to conflict resolution or to the release of hostages. Instead, he suggested, it might result in increased violence and bloodshed.

Starmer's stance emphasizes the need for a strategic reassessment, highlighting that escalation could hinder peace efforts and increase suffering among civilians.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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