Global Call for Ceasefire as Gaza Crisis Deepens

In a bold diplomatic move, 28 countries, encompassing key global players such as Britain, Japan, and various European nations, issued a joint statement on Monday demanding an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza. The collective appeal underscores the growing international frustration with Israel's continued military actions and restricted humanitarian aid to Gazans.

The statement strongly criticizes what it describes as Israel's 'inhumane' policies, which, according to the UN and Gaza's Health Ministry, have led to the deaths of over 800 Palestinians who were desperately seeking aid. The involved nations, including Australia and Canada, condemned the limited aid trickling into Gaza while civilian suffering intensifies.

Despite mounting pressure and international calls for action, Israel remains firm in its stance. The Israeli Foreign Ministry dismissed the joint statement, attributing the ongoing conflict to Hamas's refusal to enter into proposed ceasefire agreements. Meanwhile, global diplomacy continues as nations strive to broker peace and alleviate the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.

(With inputs from agencies.)