British PM condemns Palestinian terror, urges Israel to protect civilians in Jenin

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urges Israel to protect Palestinian civilians as the country’s armed forces wage their biggest operation in years in the West Bank.

Sunak reiterates UK support for Israel’s right to self-defense, and condemns Palestinian terrorist attacks as he is grilled by members of parliament on an array of issues.

But he also says: “We would say the protection of civilians must be prioritized in any military operation, and we urge the IDF to demonstrate restraint in its operation and for all parties to avoid further escalation in both the West Bank and Gaza, both now and in the days ahead.”

Sunak says the UK “also called on Israel to adhere to principles of necessity and proportionality when defending their legitimate security interests.”