Pakistan, July 21 -- Britain, France, and more than 20 other countries urged an immediate end to the war in Gaza on Monday. They criticized Israel's aid delivery system, calling it "dangerous" and harmful to Gaza's people. The group said this system fuels instability and strips Gazans of their dignity. This strong message came in a joint statement by the foreign ministers of several nations.

The countries involved included Britain, France, Italy, Japan, Australia, Canada, and Denmark among others. They said the conflict must stop now. They emphasized the urgent need for peace to protect civilians and restore stability. The ministers stressed that ending the war is a critical first step. They also urged a political solution to the crisis....