UK, Israeli premiers discuss possible cease-fire in Gaza, regional de-escalation
Baku, August 21, AZERTAC
Britain's prime minister and his Israeli counterpart discussed a possible cease-fire in Gaza on Tuesday, Yeni Şafak reports citing an official statement.
Keir Starmer and Benjamin Netanyahu “discussed diplomatic efforts to secure a cease-fire and the release of hostages,” said the British Prime Minister's Office.
Starmer also “welcomed Israel's support for the American ‘bridging proposal' and emphasized the need to move quickly,” it added.
“Regional de-escalation was in everyone's interests, as the impact of miscalculation would come at great costs for all sides, the leaders agreed,” the statement said.
Starmer also urged Netanyahu to “ensure greater access to detainees held by Israel, the increased delivery of aid to Gaza and to ensure international law was upheld at all times.”
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