South Africa’s president has criticized Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, calling it a violation of international law and human rights. In a statement, he also justified recent UK sanctions against Israeli settlements, framing them as necessary to uphold legal obligations and global norms. The remarks come amid escalating tensions over the conflict and its humanitarian impact. The full explanation details the government’s stance on occupation and diplomatic consequences.
UK PM Burnham condemned Israel’s war on Gaza, and explains why the UK sanctioned illegal Israeli settlements.
