British PM at UN: "October 7 does not justify Israel's actions in Gaza"

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated from the UN General Assembly podium that the Hamas attack on October 7 was "absolutely horrifying," but it does not justify Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Burnham noted that too many people have died, including children, and that Britain will not stand by while suffering continues and the prospect of a two-state solution is under threat.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly in which he condemned the Hamas attack on October 7, calling it "absolutely horrifying." However, he emphasized that this does not justify Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Burnham noted that too many people have died, including many children. He stated that Britain will not stand by while suffering continues and the prospect of a two-state solution is under threat. The speech came amid the ongoing conflict and international debates over Israel's actions.