In a move aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in Gaza and supporting humanitarian efforts in the region, Japan has pledged an additional $65mn in humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people. The announcement was made by Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa during her official visit to Israel and Jordan on November 3.
During her visit, Kamikawa held discussions with Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen and her Palestinian counterpart, Riyad al-Maliki. The primary focus of these discussions was the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the need for international support to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian population.
Kamikawa expressed Japan's deep concern over the ongoing conflict in Gaza and emphasized the importance of both Israel and Palestine coexisting peacefully to prevent further tragic acts of terrorism. She also reiterated Japan's longstanding support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
"It is necessary for Israel and Palestine to be able to coexist peacefully in order to prevent the repeat of another tragic act of terrorism," Kamikawa stated during her remarks in Jordan.
Japan's additional $65mn in humanitarian aid will provide crucial support to Palestinians facing the consequences of the conflict. The aid is expected to help address urgent needs, including medical supplies, food, and shelter for those affected by the ongoing violence.
This commitment from Japan comes at a critical time, as the crisis in Gaza deepens, with Israel facing pressure to implement a humanitarian pause in the conflict. The situation has raised concerns not only in the region but also among the international community. Tensions have further escalated with the leader of Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group warning of the potential for the conflict to spill over into neighboring areas.
Foreign Minister Kamikawa refrained from commenting on the legal aspects of Israel's strikes on Gaza but emphasized the importance of all parties involved in the conflict adhering to the principles of international law. She stressed the need for protecting human rights and minimizing civilian casualties.
The timing of this announcement is significant as Japan prepares to host the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized nations in Tokyo, where discussions on the crisis in Gaza are expected to take center stage.
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