UK's Starmer called for Israel and Hezbollah to 'step back from the brink' of wider war
SUMMARY
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged both Israel and Hezbollah to "step back from the brink" to prevent a broader conflict amid escalating tensions. In a statement issued at the UN General Assembly, Starmer emphasized the need for restraint and called for a ceasefire between the two parties. "We must avoid a wider war that could devastate the region," Starmer said, stressing that diplomatic efforts should take precedence to prevent further loss of life. He added that both sides must agree to immediate de-escalation to prevent a humanitarian crisis from unfolding.
