Rishi Sunak ’shares concern’ on high number of Gaza casualties ahead of ceasefire vote

Stephen Flynn, the SNP’s Westminster leader talks about Israel-Gaza and says 60% of the buildings in Gaza are damaged or destroyed and 1.4 million people are currently sheltering in Rafah “awaiting an imminent Israeli onslaught“. He asked Rishi Sunak: “Surely the prime minister must accept that that does not amount to self-defence?“ The prime minister responds saying he “shares the concern of many members about the high rate of civilian casualties“ and calls for an “immediate humanitarian pause“. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: .