The Authorities is working to ascertain the standing of UK residents in Israel after a British man serving within the nation’s military was killed throughout assaults by Hamas.
Rishi Sunak condemned the incursion as an “appalling act of terror” because the dying toll climbed to no less than 700 on Sunday evening.
Amongst these killed was 20-year-old Nathanel Younger, a Briton serving within the Israeli Defence Providers who died on the Gaza border on Saturday.
Two different UK nationals – 26-year-old Jake Marlowe, who went to the identical London college as Mr Younger and photographer Dan Darlington – are additionally believed to be lacking.
Chatting with reporters at his Chequers nation residence, the prime minister mentioned he had spoken with the Israeli prime minister earlier on Sunday to supply the UK’s ongoing help, including: “Terrorism is not going to prevail.”
Requested what help is being offered to British residents caught up within the battle, he informed reporters: “I do know that there can be households who’re anxious about their family members.
“I wish to reassure them that the Overseas Workplace and the Authorities right here is in shut contact with our Israeli counterpart to ascertain the standing of any British nationals on the bottom.”
It’s understood the Authorities is aiding the households of a number of people in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
The Overseas Workplace has suggested in opposition to all however important journey to the area as a result of battle.
Mr Younger, who was a former pupil at JFS Jewish College in north London, was killed following a shock assault by Palestinian militants which caught Israel off guard on a significant vacation.
His household mentioned they have been “heartbroken”, whereas the daddy of Mr Darlington mentioned he believes his son, who was visiting from his dwelling in Berlin, Germanyis lacking.
Mr Marlowe was reported lacking whereas offering safety at a music competition close to Kibbutz Re’im, near the Gaza border.
Labour chief Sir Keir Starmer mentioned his ideas have been with Mr Younger’s household at this “grave and vital second”, and labelled the incursion a “terrorist assault”.
Earlier conflicts within the Center East have seen a rise in antisemitism within the UK, the Board of Deputies of British Jews warned, because it confirmed it was in contact with Authorities to make sure the Jewish neighborhood is supported.
All UK Authorities buildings have been requested to gentle up in Israeli blue and white on Sunday night, with the nation’s flag projected on to the surface of No 10 in a present of help.
A Overseas Workplace spokeswoman mentioned they might not touch upon particular person instances, however added: “Nonetheless, we are able to affirm we’re in touch with, and aiding, the households of a number of people in Israel and the OPTs (Occupied Palestinian Territories).
“The security of all British nationals continues to be our utmost precedence and we urge everybody to proceed to observe our journey recommendation which is up to date usually.”