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Global Leaders condemn Starvation as a Weapon of War Amidst Gaza Aid Crisis
A stark condemnation of using starvation as a tool in conflict has echoed from global leaders, with calls for an immediate cessation of such practices. The sentiment was powerfully articulated by an unnamed figure who stated, “Starvation, access to food, must never be used as a means of war. It’s entirely unjustifiable and it must end.”
In the UK, Foreign Secretary David lammy acknowledged the temporary relief that airdrops might provide for those facing extreme hardship in Gaza. However, he emphasized that Israel must grant “unhindered” access to aid convoys, deeming them the “only viable and lasting” method for delivering essential supplies in sufficient quantities.
The dire humanitarian situation is underscored by figures from the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza, which reports at least 127 fatalities attributed to malnutrition since the conflict began. Israel had imposed an 11-week blockade, cutting off all supplies to Gaza at the start of March, a measure intended to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages. Aid distribution was later reinstated on May 27th, facilitated by the new and contentious Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a joint US-Israeli initiative.
The GHF’s operational model has drawn widespread criticism for compelling large numbers of people to traverse active combat zones to reach limited distribution points for aid collection. Israel maintains that this system is necessary to prevent Hamas from intercepting food supplies, a claim disputed by the group. According to UN reports, over a thousand Palestinians have lost their lives attempting to collect aid from GHF sites since its inception. Israel, conversely, asserts that its distribution system prevents aid from reaching Hamas and denies imposing any restrictions.
simultaneously occurring,former US President Donald Trump arrived in Scotland on Friday,engaging in golf at his Turnberry resort.He is also slated to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday.Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, is also scheduled to hold discussions with the former US President during his brief visit.
Trump’s comments last week suggested that Hamas was not genuinely interested in reaching a ceasefire agreement for Gaza. in a statement announcing the withdrawal of the US delegation from Doha, US envoy Steve Witkoff remarked, “Hamas does not appear to be co-ordinated or acting in good faith.” He added, “We will now consider choice options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza.”
In the UK, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure, both domestically and internationally, to formally recognise a Palestinian state. This follows French President Emmanuel Macron’s commitment to do so within months and a notable number of Members of Parliament signing a letter urging the British government to adopt a similar stance. The Scottish National Party (SNP) has also indicated its intention to introduce legislation in September to compel a parliamentary vote on Palestinian statehood.
On Sunday, Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch reiterated the party’s consistent support for a two-state solution, a framework aimed at establishing separate states that safeguard Palestinian rights and Israeli security. Though, she argued that the current moment is not opportune for recognizing a Palestinian state, as it would, in her view, “reward” Hamas for “carrying out one of the worst atrocities in recent memory.”
The Israeli military initiated its campaign in Gaza following the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in approximately 1,200 deaths and the abduction of 251 individuals. The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reports that at least 59,676 people have been killed in the territory since the commencement of the Israeli military operations.
