Global leaders are monitoring the Israeli-Palestinian war in the Middle East that escalated after the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack near the Gaza Strip on October 7, 2023. According to the latest figures released by the Palestinian Ministry of Health, the Palestinian Red Crescent and the Israeli Medical Service, the death toll is 510 Palestinians in Gaza and more than 800 Israelis. More than 5,000 are reported to have been injured on both sides of the conflict.
This morning, on Shabbat and a holiday, Hamas invaded Israeli territory and killed innocent citizens, including children and the elderly. Hamas started a brutal and evil war.
We will win this war despite the unbearable cost. This is a very difficult day for everyone…
— Benjamin Netanyahu (@netanyahu)
October 8, 2023
The Israeli-Palestinian war entered its third day today with heavy losses on both sides. On October 7, 2023, dozens of Hamas militants launched a highly coordinated attack, infiltrating Israeli cities and killing and taking hostages soldiers and civilians. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared war on Hamas, the Palestinian militant group that controls the Gaza Strip.
Here is the reaction of world leaders to the Israeli-Palestinian war:
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed solidarity with Israel over the rocket attacks launched by Hamas. “Deeply shocked by the news of terror attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult time,” PM Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Deeply shocked by the news about the terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult time.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)
October 7, 2023
United States
US President Joe Biden said in a statement on the official White House website: “The United States unequivocally condemns this horrific attack on Israel by Hamas terrorists from Gaza, and I have made it clear to Prime Minister Netanyahu that we are ready to offer all appropriate means to support the government and to the people of Israel. Terrorism is never justified.”
“There is never any justification for terrorism. We stand in solidarity with the government and people of Israel and express our condolences for the Israeli lives lost in these attacks,” US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement released by the State Department. .
United Nations
UN Middle East envoy Tor Wennesland said: “This is a dangerous precipice and I urge everyone to step back from the brink.”
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Tuerk said: “This attack has a terrible effect on Israeli civilians… Civilians must never be the target of an attack.”
Canada
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said: “Canada unequivocally condemns Hamas’ barbaric, brutal terrorist attacks – and reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend itself.”
To our Israeli friends: Canadians are with you. And our government is ready to support you. Our support for Israel is unwavering. Read my full statement on the recent attacks on Israel: https://t.co/sLifAx4cSc
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau)
October 8, 2023
United Kingdom
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak posted on X (formerly Twitter), “We expressed our full solidarity with [Israeli Prime Minister] Netanyahu and will work with international partners over the next 24 hours to coordinate support.” He also tweeted a video statement.
The scenes we have seen in Israel in the last 36 hours are truly horrific.
I spoke with the Prime Minister @netanyahu earlier today to assure him of the UK’s unwavering support as Israel defends itself against these attacks.
Terrorism will not prevail. pic.twitter.com/5EGoqiZM8b
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak)
October 8, 2023
Saudi Arabia
In a statement released by X, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia called for an immediate halt to the escalation between the two sides.
#Statement | The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is closely monitoring the development of the unprecedented situation between a number of Palestinian factions and Israeli occupation forces, which has resulted in high levels of violence on several fronts there. pic.twitter.com/KEFsNB5ZVb
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇸🇦 (@KSAmofaEN)
October 7, 2023
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