The Israeli military said secure routes would also be in place to allow aid to enter Gaza safely, as it faces growing pressure from Western governments over reports of mass starvation.
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‘Real limits’ to airdrops of aid into Gaza, UK minister says Israel begins ‘tactical pause’ in parts of Gaza Sort: Newest first Oldest first July 27, 2025 9:23 amRecognising Palestine statehood should be done to ‘galvanise change’
Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury James Murray told Sky News: “As a Government, we’re committed to the recognition of Palestine, but we need to work with international partners and we need to use that moment to galvanise change.
He added: “140 countries have already recognised Palestine. The suffering is still continuing.”
July 27, 2025 9:20 am‘Real limits’ to airdrops of aid into Gaza, UK minister says
Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury James Murray told Sky News’ Sunday Morning With Trevor Phillips show: “I absolutely accept and recognise that there are real limits and drawbacks with airdrops when it comes to aid, but I also think that until the restrictions are lifted, until aid is able to get in at the scale and quantity that is needed, we need to be doing everything we possibly can to help.
Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), previously said airdrops “will not reverse the deepening starvation”.
He added: “A manmade hunger can only be addressed by political will. Lift the siege, open the gates and guarantee safe movements and dignified access to people in need.
“Driving aid through is much easier, more effective, faster, cheaper and safer. It’s more dignified for the people of Gaza.”
July 27, 2025 9:12 amRemains to be seen whether Israeli promises will avoid mass starvation in Gaza – UK minister
Asked whether he thought Israel’s announcement would help people get food, Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury told Sky News’ Sunday Morning With Trevor Phillips show: “Well, let’s see. Let’s see what happens with that.
“And that’s part of having a ceasefire, hostages released and bringing this to an end.”
July 27, 2025 9:03 amIsrael begins ‘tactical pause’ in parts of Gaza
The Israeli military has announced a “tactical pause in military activity” in parts of Gaza for humanitarian reasons, following pressure from the international community to avoid mass starvation.
It said the pause will begin “in the areas where the IDF is not operating: al-Mawasi, Deir al-Balah, and Gaza City, every day until further notice”.
“In addition, designated secure routes will be in place permanently from 06:00 to 23:00 to enable the safe passage of UN and humanitarian aid organisation convoys delivering and distributing food and medicine to the population across the Gaza Strip.”
It said it is prepared to expand the scale of this activity as needed.
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