Israel rejects claims UK played ‘key role’ in Gaza peace deal

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Israel rejects claims UK played 'key role' in Gaza peace deal

Israel has rejected claims from the British government that it played a "key role" in securing peace between Israel and Hamas.

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson had told Sky’s Trevor Phillips that Britain "played a key role behind the scenes" in securing peace.

But Israel’s deputy foreign minister Sharren Haskel said Britain’s recognition of Palestine had "emboldened Hamas".

Live updates: https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-starmer-india-labour-gaza-protests-tax-12593360

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Date: October 12, 2025