Written question asked by Lord Turnberg (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 December 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 17 December 2024. It was answered by Lord Collins of Highbury (Labour) on Monday, 23 December 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Gaza: Humanitarian Aid

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government whether, in seeking to secure access to humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza, they are also working to ensure medical and other aid is provided for the hostages, such as British citizen Emily Damari, held by Hamas.

Answer: Since day one of this government, we have prioritised working to end this conflict and secure the safe release of hostages, in co-ordination with international partners. The Prime Minister - along with other G7 Leaders - has fully endorsed efforts by the US and regional partners to reach a comprehensive deal in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2735. The UK continues to call for the International Red Cross to be given access to the hostages to provide urgent humanitarian support. The Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary have personally raised Emily Damari's case with the Israeli government, with partners in the region and with close allies like the United States.

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