Japan urges Israel to minimise civilian casualties in Gaza
Japan urges Israel to minimise civilian casualties in Gaza
According to the Japanese government, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was informed by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the phone on Wednesday that it was critical to reduce the number of civilian casualties in the war against Hamas.
“Prime Minster Kishida stated continued growth in the number of civilian casualties should be avoided, and that it is important to calm the situation swiftly, minimise civilian casualties and observe international law including international humanitarian law,” according to an announcement from the Foreign Ministry.
The announcement stated, without providing any details, that Netanyahu responded by outlining Israel’s stance on the military action in Gaza.
(With agency inputs)
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