Written question asked by Stephen Crabb (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 17 May 2024. It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Friday, 24 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Amit Soussana

Question: To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the testimony of Amit Soussana.

Answer: The Government continues to be appalled by the reports of conflict-related sexual violence committed by Hamas on 7 October and against hostages, including the report from UN Special Representative of the Secretary General (SRSG) on sexual violence in conflict, Pramila Patten. The UK condemns sexual violence unequivocally and without exception. Hamas must release all hostages and all reports of sexual violence must be fully investigated to ensure justice for survivors and victims. The UK has been working with partners across the region to secure the release of hostages, including British nationals and their families.

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