As the Gaza crisis worsens, world powers act: the UK halts trade negotiations amid a humanitarian crisis

Global Pressure Increases on Netanyahu's Government as 14,000 Babies in Gaza Face Starvation

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While Treasurer Chalmers discusses foreign policy issues, the United Kingdom, France, and Canada announce tangible steps against the Israeli offensive, raising concerns about Australia's role in the growing diplomatic standoff.

As international outrage over Israel's renewed military offensive in Gaza grows, Britain has suspended free trade talks with Israel, summoned its ambassador, and imposed more sanctions on West Bank settlers in a dramatic escalation of international pressure. Humanitarian groups have warned that if aid is not provided immediately, 14,000 babies in Gaza could perish within 48 hours, prompting this firm action.

As major powers start to take tangible steps beyond verbal denunciations, the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza poses a serious challenge to international diplomacy and humanitarian law.

Key Details:

• Israel has been threatened with "further concrete actions" by major Western allies like the UK, France, and Canada if it doesn't stop its military operations and remove restrictions on aid.

• Despite Netanyahu's announcement on Sunday to lift the 11-week siege on food, fuel, and aid supplies, the United Nations reported that by Tuesday, only five aid trucks had reached Gaza.

• Australia is under increasing pressure to follow its allies' lead and take more decisive action than just expressing condemnation.

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