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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mike Bedigan

Obama warns Israel’s actions in Gaza could ‘worsen a growing humanitarian crisis’

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Barack Obama has warned the Israeli government against taking measures that could “worsen a growing humanitarian crisis” for the civilian population in Gaza.

The former president said he “fully supported” Joe Biden’s call for support of America’s “long-standing ally” in dismantling Hamas, but cautioned against action that could “erode global support for Israel“ and “undermine long term efforts to achieve peace and stability in the region.”

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