UKNoticeOfficial ✓June 18, 2026· GOV.UK
We urge Israel to immediately remove unjustifiable restrictions on humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council
What happened
Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, delivered a statement at a UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East. The statement urged Israel to instantly remove restrictions on humanitarian access that are not justifiable.
Why it matters
This statement highlights the UK's concern about humanitarian aid in the Middle East. It officially communicates the UK's position to a global body like the UN Security Council.
Who it affects
- ›Israel
- ›People requiring humanitarian aid in the Middle East
- ›UK diplomatic staff
Receipts
The receipts are official. The summary is ours.
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