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TOKYO: Japan opposes Israel’s plan to take control of Gaza City as it undermines the realization of a two-state solution, Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi stated.

Japan is strongly concerned that this decision will further exacerbate the already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.

“Japan once again urges all parties to return to negotiations and to work in good faith towards a ceasefire and the release of hostages,” Minister Iwaya said in an official statement issued by the Ministry.

“Improving the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza is an urgent priority. Japan calls on Israel to take substantive measures to end the serious humanitarian crisis, including starvation, and reiterates our strong demand for its full compliance with international law, including international humanitarian law,” the statement added.

Japan has consistently supported a two-state solution, whereby Israel and a future independent Palestinian state live side by side in peace and security, through confidence building and negotiations between the parties.

Japan remains committed to continuing to work for its realization, according to the statement.