Israeli Actions in Gaza Criticized by Ben Wallace as Provoking Excessive Violence

Former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has warned that Israel's tactics risk fueling the conflict in Gaza for another 50 years. Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Wallace argued that Israel's actions were undermining the legal basis for its actions in the territory. He criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's belief that military pressure is necessary for victory and said that a "killing rage" would not rectify the situation. Wallace called for Israel to stop its "crude and indiscriminate method of attack" in Gaza and warned that Netanyahu's actions were radicalizing Muslim youth globally. He also highlighted the devastating impact of the Israeli offensive on the population of Gaza. Wallace's intervention comes amid growing international pressure for a sustainable ceasefire and concerns over civilian casualties. Responding to Wallace's article, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized Israel's right to defend itself but stressed the need to do so in accordance with humanitarian law.