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Britain’s new defense chief Streeting says Israel has ‘fallen short’ in Gaza
Britain’s Defence Secretary Wes Streeting stated Israel has 'fallen short' of British standards of conduct in Gaza and the West Bank. He acknowledged past criticisms of Israel's actions but refused to repeat specific allegations, emphasizing the need to hold allies to the same standards as Britain. The comments reflect ongoing political tensions in the UK over Israel's military campaign in Gaza.
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