Gaza Ceasefire Under Spotlight: Lammy Urges No Backtracking on Israel-Hamas Deal
2025-01-16
Evening Standard
The Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, has stressed the importance of upholding the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage agreement in Gaza, warning against any backtracking on the deal. With the international community watching, Lammy has called on the Israeli cabinet to swiftly ratify the agreement, ensuring a lasting peace in the region. As the situation in Gaza remains fragile, the implementation of this deal is crucial, and Lammy's statement highlights the need for diplomatic efforts to support the Middle East peace process and conflict resolution. Key to this is maintaining the ceasefire and securing the release of hostages, which will be a significant step towards a more stable future.