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Gaza: Casualties

Asked by Iqbal MohamedIndependentForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 2 April 2026UIN 121995

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic representations she has made to her Israeli counterpart on reports of civilian casualties in the Gaza strip since the October ceasefire.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

We regularly raise concerns about civilian casualties with Israeli counterparts and continue to call for full adherence to international humanitarian law, including the protection of civilians and humanitarian workers, and for any alleged incidents to be investigated transparently. The UK is also concerned by the worsening economic situation in Palestine and have urged the Government of Israel to release withheld tax and clearance revenues to the Palestinian Authority. We also continue to work with international partners to support implementation of the Palestinian Authority's reform commitments.

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