UK and other allies losing patience with Israel over Gaza war

The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.

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Speaking to MPs, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy sounded genuinely angry.

Sir Keir said the level of suffering in Gaza, especially among innocent children, was "intolerable".

Israel's decision to allow in a small amount of aid was, he said, "utterly inadequate".

The prime minister added he was "horrified" by Israel's decision to escalate its military campaign.