British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has announced £10 million in humanitarian aid funding for civilians in Palestine.
In a statement at the UK House of Commons, the British Prime Minister called for immediate access for humanitarian organisations to deliver life-saving aid.
The UK government says Mr Sunak and Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, have spoken to Israel, Egypt and other international partners about opening the Rafah crossing to allow urgent humanitarian aid into Gaza.
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This funding will allow key UN agencies to provide essential relief items and services which include food, water and emergency shelter, depending on the needs on the ground.
At least 2,750 Palestinians have been killed and 9,700 wounded in Israeli air strikes on the Gaza Strip. 1,400 Israelis have been killed, with 3,500 injured since Oct. 7.
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