Israel and Gaza Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Israel and Gaza

Robert Courts Excerpts
Monday 23rd October 2023

(1 year ago)

Commons Chamber
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Rishi Sunak Portrait The Prime Minister
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I know that Kim’s family will be grateful to my hon. Friend for what he said, and I know that the whole House’s thoughts will be with them at this unspeakably difficult time.

Robert Courts Portrait Robert Courts (Witney) (Con)
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Hamas has not just abducted civilians but refused to release proof of life or lists, which is clearly adding even more to the distress. Will my right hon. Friend outline the steps he is taking to ensure that the Red Cross does everything possible to extract that information from this terror group?

Rishi Sunak Portrait The Prime Minister
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One of the things we have been discussing with our regional partners, including the Qataris, is how best to ensure humanitarian access to those hostages and to get better information on their wellbeing. That is something we will continue to press on.