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UK working on getting trapped Britons out of Gaza as humanitarian crisis unfolds

The UK is working intensively to allow Britons trapped in Gaza to leave but the border crossing remains closed because of Egypt’s legitimate concerns, ministers said.

23 October 2023 · 06:14 UTC

The UK is working to help trapped British citizens in Gaza amid a humanitarian crisis. The Rafah border crossing, crucial for aid and foreign nationals, remains closed due to Egypt's security concerns. Some aid has entered Gaza, but foreign nationals' exit hasn't been facilitated.

Egypt is concerned about security issues near Gaza's border. Israel's recent actions, directing Gazans south amid strikes on Hamas, have added pressure to the border crossing.

UK PM Rishi Sunak called for more aid and water supply restoration in Gaza. The UK is working internationally to assist British citizens and provide aid.

The Palestinian mission warned of a humanitarian catastrophe, with families rationing water. The UK's Liberal Democrat leader called for a humanitarian ceasefire.

The UK is also involved in diplomatic efforts to prevent regional conflict escalation. Tel Aviv's ambassador suggested rethinking the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine due to the Hamas threat.