G7 foreign ministers call for pause in attacks on Gaza

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In a press conference, Ms Kamikawa confirmed the meeting had agreed to call for a pause in fighting after “intense” discussions over two days. It also called for further escalation of the conflict or expansion into larger areas must be prevented. The meeting would also call for a “sustainable long-term solution” for Gaza. The Middle East conflict topped the agenda at the first meeting of G7 foreign ministers since the conflict broke out a month ago. It followed Mr Blinken’s visit to the Middle East where he called for Israel to halt its attacks to allow food and medical aid...