Governments express alarm over Israel’s continued Gaza genocide, killing 326
Protesters hold placards and wave Palestinian flags as they take part in a Pro-Palestinian march in central London, on March 15, 2025. (AFP Photo)
International condemnation has intensified following Israel’s latest wave of airstrikes on Gaza, which have killed at least 326 people, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. Global leaders and diplomatic bodies have voiced concern over the collapse of the cease-fire and the mounting civilian death toll.
Norway, China and EU condemn Israeli escalation in Gaza amid genocide
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide described the situation as a “nightmare,” while China’s Foreign Ministry urged immediate steps to prevent a “humanitarian disaster.” Beijing expressed deep concern over the escalation, calling for the cease-fire to be reinstated.
Switzerland and Belgium also condemned the strikes, with the Swiss Foreign Ministry demanding an immediate return to the ceasefire and Belgium’s Foreign Minister warning that the heavy losses threaten the fragile agreements between Israel and Hamas.
UK, Sweden, UN call for restraint in Gaza, urging respect for cease-fire
In the United Kingdom, Cabinet Office Minister John Glen expressed disappointment over the ceasefire’s breakdown, stating that Britain would use “whatever influence we have to try to reimpose it.”
Sweden’s foreign minister echoed this stance, warning that the resumption of hostilities with high civilian casualties, including children, is dangerous and urging both sides to urgently find a diplomatic resolution.
The United Nations has also called for restraint, with Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly urging respect for the ceasefire, the resumption of humanitarian aid, and the release of hostages.
Meanwhile, Hamas accused Israel of carrying out a “treacherous” attack to overturn the cease-fire deal, while Palestinian Islamic Jihad said the strikes were a deliberate attempt to “sabotage” negotiations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the military action, saying it was necessary due to a lack of progress in extending the cease-fire.
As Israeli airstrikes continue, shelters have opened in major cities, including Yavne, Rishon LeZion, Ramat Gan, Herzliya, and Rehovot, according to Israeli Channel 12. The intensifying violence has prompted renewed calls from global powers for urgent diplomatic efforts to prevent further bloodshed.
