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Macron threatens sanctions on Israelis over ‘untenable’ Gaza aid crisis

People across Gaza are facing starvation as Israel's continues to limit the volume of food supplies entering the enclave [File: EPA]

French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that his country could “apply sanctions” against Israelis unless the government in Tel Aviv responds to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Speaking during a visit to Singapore on Friday, Macron said the international community could not remain passive while Palestinians in Gaza face a deepening hunger crisis. The comments raise further the international pressure building on Israel, which has blockaded the Palestinian enclave for close to three months, with aid agencies warning of famine.

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