Israel’s Allies Denounce Its New Gaza Offensive

Britain, France, and Canada issued a rare public reprimand of Israel, demanding that it cease its renewed military offensive in Gaza — a call that prompted a furious Israeli response on Tuesday.

“We have always supported Israel’s right to defend Israelis against terrorism,” a joint statement by the three powerful allies said late on Monday, adding: “But this escalation is wholly disproportionate.”

They called Israel’s new escalation of the war against Hamas in Gaza and its monthslong restrictions on humanitarian aid “egregious actions.”