Gaza Crisis Sparks International Condemnation from Britain, France, and EU Amid 53,655 Fatalities
Published on 6.2.25
The recent visit by a diplomatic delegation from over 20 countries, including Britain, China, and France, to Gaza highlights the international community's growing concern about the situation. France's Foreign Minister, Catherine Barrot, expressed her country's support for the Palestinian people, stating that the blockade of Gaza is "unacceptable" and must be lifted.
The situation has led to international pressure on Israel, with the European Union foreign ministers ordering a review of their cooperation accord and Sweden threatening sanctions against Israeli ministers. The US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation plans to distribute aid to over 1 million Palestinians in Gaza despite the resignation of its American executive director, Jake Wood, who cited the organization's inability to operate independently.
The conflict has resulted in significant loss of life, with 53,655 total fatalities since it resumed on March 18. The Israeli government blames Hamas for civilian deaths due to its presence in densely populated areas, but the UN says there is no significant divergence in aid distribution.