Britain, France, and Canada issued a joint statement condemning Israel's military actions in Gaza and West Bank settlement expansion, threatening further action if humanitarian aid restrictions aren't lifted and the offensive isn't halted. They deemed Israel's response disproportionate, while affirming support for Israel's right to self-defense. The leaders expressed support for ceasefire efforts and a two-state solution. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu responded, urging pressure on Hamas to release hostages and rejecting the criticism.

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