UK suspends trade talks with Israel over 'intolerable' Gaza offensive | ABC NEWS
Middle East expert at Deakin University, Ali Mamouri, says the UK’s comments pressure Israel to end its offensive in Gaza, but will not be enough.
The British government has suspended free trade talks with Israel due to the country’s expanded military offensive and the aid blockade in Gaza.
This move aligns the UK with France and Canada, both of which have condemned Israel’s actions and threatened sanctions if Israel does not change its course.
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