European leaders pledge support for Israel, condemn Hamas and halt Palestinian aid
Governments in Europe pledge support for Israel and European Union freezes aid to Palestinians after days of escalating violence in Israel and Gaza.
by Fatima Al-Kassab
Oct 09, 2023
3 minutes
LONDON — Landmark buildings around Europe, including 10 Downing Street in London and the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, have lit up with the Israeli flag — and some cities have seen pro-Palestinian protests — as governments across the continent convened emergency meetings to respond to the conflict in Israel and Gaza.
Concern is also growing after reports that citizens from the United Kingdom, France and possibly other European countries were among the dead or missing.
Here are some of early Saturday.
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