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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Kate Devlin

Israel’s foreign ministry denies Gaza allegations made by Ed Miliband

  • The US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has accused the UK government of "Jew hate" following comments made by Ed Miliband regarding Gaza.
  • Ed Miliband said that vital life-saving medicines were being blocked from entering Gaza, leading to children dying while waiting for treatment.
  • Israel's foreign ministry denied the allegations, insisting there are no restrictions on medical supplies entering the enclave.
  • The diplomatic dispute comes as the UK prepares to reset its policy on Israel, including potential sanctions regarding illegal West Bank settlements.
  • Shadow foreign secretary Tom Tugendhat warned that damaging diplomatic relations with Israel could harm UK intelligence sharing and national security.

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