International Community stunned as Hamas launches surprise attack on Israel
Hamas, the Palestinian group, has unleashed a major assault on Israel, marking one of the most significant escalations in years. The surprise attack has resulted in numerous casualties, hostage situations, and intense fighting. This offensive began with a barrage of rockets fired from the Gaza Strip, followed by gunmen infiltrating Israeli towns.
Israel's response has been swift and resolute. The Israeli army has been mobilized, and the air force has initiated strikes on Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged severe and uncompromising retaliation, characterizing Hamas's actions as a declaration of war. The situation remains highly volatile and fluid, with both sides deeply entrenched in conflict.
India
Showing the support to Israel, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, "Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour."
Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 7, 2023
United Kingdom
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly also criticized Hamas's Saturday attack on Israel.
“The UK unequivocally condemns the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians. The UK will always support Israel’s right to defend itself,” Cleverly said in a post on X (earlier Twitter)
The UK unequivocally condemns the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians.
The UK will always support Israel’s right to defend itself.
— James Cleverly🇬🇧 (@JamesCleverly) October 7, 2023
Ukraine
President Volodymr Zelenskyy denounced what he referred to as a "terrorist attack" on Israel and affirmed that Israel's right to self-defense is unquestionable. Ukraine's foreign ministry similarly criticized what it labeled as "Ongoing terrorist attacks" on Israel.
“Ukraine strongly condemns the ongoing terrorist attacks against Israel, including rocket attacks against the civilian population in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv,” the ministry said on X. “We express our support for Israel in its right to defend itself and its people.”
#Ukraine strongly condemns the ongoing terrorist attacks against Israel, including rocket attacks against the civilian population in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. We express our support for #Israel in its right to defend itself and its people.
— MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦 (@MFA_Ukraine) October 7, 2023
Japan
Japan has issued a strong condemnation of the rocket launches and cross-border attacks by Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups into Israeli territory, as stated by the foreign ministry.
Iran
An adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, extended congratulations to Palestinian fighters, as reported by the semi-official ISNA news site. "We will stand by the Palestinian fighters until the liberation of Palestine and Jerusalem," it quoted Yahya Rahim Safavi as saying.
UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has urged for the utmost restraint and an immediate ceasefire to prevent severe consequences, as reported by the official news agency and quoted by the foreign ministry.
Kuwait
Kuwait has conveyed its "grave concern" regarding recent developments involving Israel and the Palestinian territories. Kuwait squarely holds Israel responsible for what it perceives as unambiguous acts of aggression.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov
Mikhail Bogdanov, the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister, has stated that Russia is actively engaged in communication with Israel, the Palestinians, and various Arab nations in light of the heightened tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He emphasized the importance of exercising restraint during these challenging circumstances.
Turkish Presdient Tayyip Erdogan
"We call for restraint from all parties," Erdogan said.
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