Written question asked by Caroline Lucas (Green Party) on Monday, 24 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 October 2022. It was answered by David Rutley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 1 November 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Gaza: Israel

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions he has had with his Israeli counterpart on holding an independent investigation into an airstrike on a three-storey residential building in Gaza on 6 August 2022, and the subsequent (a) deaths of seven people including 13-year-old Mohammad Iyad Hassouna and (b) injury of 35 people including 18 children; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: We continue to monitor the ongoing humanitarian situation in Gaza. All countries, including Israel, have a legitimate right to self-defence, and the right to defend their citizens from attack. In doing so, it is vital that all actions are proportionate, in line with International Humanitarian Law, and are calibrated to avoid civilian casualties. The UK continues to urge the parties to prioritise progress towards reaching a durable solution for Gaza.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 69580
Session: 2022-23
Related items: Gaza: Israel
Tuesday, 15 November 2022
Written questions
House of Commons
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Death Armed conflict Bombings Injuries Israel Gaza
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk