Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has considered providing a sea route for humanitarian aid to Gaza.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) leads on coordinating the HMG’s humanitarian response to deliver lifesaving assistance to the civilian population in Gaza.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has provided military support when needed to facilitate the delivery of lifesaving assistance, including through providing support to the Cypriot Maritime Aid Corridor and the US’ temporary pier initiative in 2024.

We continue to monitor the situation and consider what further assistance Defence could contribute to the HMG and international efforts.