NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has underscored the need for Israel to respond proportionately to a recent attack by Hamas.

In a diplomatic statement issued today, Stoltenberg called for restraint and adherence to international norms in the wake of the escalating conflict in the region.

He expressed concern over the recent attack by Hamas, urging both parties to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could further escalate the situation. Stoltenberg emphasised the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving the conflict and reiterated NATO’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region.

Stoltenberg’s remarks come amidst growing tensions in the Middle East, with Israel and Hamas engaged in a cycle of violence. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, calling for an end to the violence and a return to peaceful negotiations.