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Following the recent terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas House of Commons Speaker led a minute’s silence today in recognition of all those innocent Israelis, Palestinians and others who have lost their lives, all those taken hostage and those affected by this conflict in the region.

Today I spoke with Hussein Al Sheikh حسين الشيخ Hussein Al Sheikh of the Palestinian Authority. We discussed the tragic loss of civilian life in Gaza and the West Bank, as well as preventing the crisis escalating further.

I had an important and productive meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. We agreed on coordinated action to prevent further escalation in the region, provide vital humanitarian aid in Gaza and support stability, both now and in the long-term.

Intense diplomatic efforts continue in the Middle East. Today Foreign Secretary James Cleverly🇬🇧 met his counterparts in Egypt @MFAEgypt, Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar and at the League of Arab States to discuss how to prevent the spread of conflict across the region.

Every effort must be made to stop terrorism and protect civilians. That's what Abdelfattah Elsisi and I agreed when we spoke in Cairo earlier today. I welcome efforts by Egypt to reopen the Rafah border crossing, and I will continue working with leaders to find routes to peace.

West Bank travel update: We advise against all travel to the West Bank, excluding East Jerusalem where we advise against all but essential travel. All British Nationals in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories should register their presence and follow travel advice:

Trucks carrying lifesaving aid are beginning to cross at Rafah into Gaza. This aid is a lifeline for those suffering. But it cannot be a one off. The UK continues to push for humanitarian access to Gaza.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak meets with the President of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas. More details from their meeting 👇 gov.uk/government/new…

The situation in #Gaza deteriorates daily. The UK is working to: ➡️ Ensure protection of civilians and release of hostages. ➡️ Increase humanitarian aid and improve access to those in need. ➡️ Prevent conflict from spilling over into the region.

الوضع في #غزة يتدهور يوميا. والمملكة المتحدة تعمل لأجل: ⬅️ ضمان حماية المدنيين والإفراج عن الرهائن ⬅️ زيادة المساعدات الإنسانية وتحسين سبل وصولها للمحتاجين إليها ⬅️ الحيلولة دون انتشار الصراع في المنطقة

I met Palestinian leaders to reiterate UK support to the Palestinian Authority in trying to establish stability. We agreed on the need for humanitarian access to allow aid to reach those in need. 🇬🇧 will continue to work with partners in the region to deliver a two-state solution

UK is pushing for sustained humanitarian access to Gaza, including for a humanitarian pause. In a meeting with humanitarian reps The Lord (Tariq)Ahmad of Wimbledon KCMG commended the courageous work of aid workers and vital role of the #UN & civil society in delivering vital humanitarian assistance.

Deeply distressed by the loss of life in Gaza's hospitals. Hospitals must be allowed to operate safely and treat the vulnerable. We continue to impress upon Israel the need to comply with international humanitarian law.

The Rt Hon David Cameron has been appointed Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The Prime Minister has asked me to serve as his Foreign Secretary and I have gladly accepted. We are facing a daunting set of international challenges, including the war in Ukraine and the crisis in the Middle East. At this time of profound global change, it has rarely been more

🇬🇧 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s speech on foreign policy in London on 13 November👇 gov.uk/government/spe…

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to His Majesty King Charles III.

Statement by Minister for Development Andrew Mitchell MP to the 🇬🇧 parliament on the situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories here👇 hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2023-1…

UK statement at the UN on the passing of UN Security Council Resolution 2712 on Gaza:

As my time as 🇬🇧 Ambassador to Jordan has come to a close, I want to express my deep appreciation for the incredible hospitality I have received from so many wonderful people in 🇯🇴. I wish Jordan all the best for the future. You can follow my successor Philip Hall UK in Jordan 🇬🇧🇯🇴