Pakistan, May 23 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has harshly criticized the leaders of the UK, France, and Canada after they spoke out against Israel's expanding military operations in Gaza. In a video statement, Netanyahu accused UK PM Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Canadian PM Mark Carney of "siding with Hamas" by opposing Israel's actions, claiming they were supporting "mass murderers and kidnappers."

The strong reaction came after the three leaders issued a joint statement condemning Israel's offensive as "disproportionate" and called the humanitarian crisis in Gaza "intolerable." They also warned that Israel could face diplomatic consequences if it does not change course and allow more humanitarian ...