UK Foreign Secretary Arrives in Israel in Sign of ‘Unwavering Solidarity’

James Cleverly’s visit comes after a joint statement by the leaders of UK, U.S., France, Italy and Germany, pledging their support for Israel.

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly arrives at BBC Broadcasting House in London on Sept. 17, 2023. James Manning/PA

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has travelled to Israel to show Britain’s “unwavering solidarity” following the Hamas attacks.

The Foreign Office confirmed Mr. Cleverly’s arrival in Israel on Wednesday. A spokesman said he was there to demonstrate “the UK’s unwavering solidarity with the Israeli people.”