Israel faces international backlash over Gaza killings and West Bank settlement

In late August 2026, Israel faced sharp international criticism over its actions in Gaza and the West Bank. Germany condemned remarks by an Israeli minister about killings in Gaza, while Australia summoned Israel's envoy and expressed outrage after Israel decided not to open a criminal investigation into the killing of an Australian aid worker, Zomi Frankcom, in Gaza. Israel also admitted to firing on a car carrying five-year-old Hind Rajab, killing her, and opened a probe into that incident. Meanwhile, Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar condemned recent Israeli strikes on Gaza, saying they violate ceasefire obligations, and Egypt and Qatar pressed Israel to commit to an announced Gaza roadmap. In a separate development, UK politician Miliband clashed with Israel over a controversial West Bank settlement.