"I felt it important to be in the House this morning for the statement on Israel-Gaza.
I thank all constituents who have taken the time to contact me regarding the devastating conflict.
It is without question that a deep tragedy is still unfolding in the Middle East. Israel has suffered the worst unprovoked terror attack in its history with hostages still held and many still unaccounted for at the hands of terrorist group Hamas, and Palestinian civilians in Gaza are experiencing a devastating humanitarian disaster as those terrorists stay embedded in amongst innocent civilians.
My thoughts very much remain with all those affected.
We all want to see an end to the terrible suffering in Gaza as soon as possible and for the fighting to stop on both sides which is why I supported the UK Government’s position calling for a humanitarian pause to get more aid in and the hostages out, then progress towards a sustainable, permanent ceasefire, without a return to destruction, fighting and more loss of life.
I will continue to support a pause to the fighting to support aid and wellbeing needs and commitment to a permanent ceasefire, with the aim of working towards a two-state solution.
