Foreign office pledges to ‘continue to work tirelessly’ to secure release of further hostages after UK citizen confirms her mother was freed by Hamas
Six British nationals are suspected to be among those currently held hostage by Hamas, a minister has said.
Financial Secretary to the Treasury Victoria Atkins told Sky News:
It’s a very, very fast-moving situation but the latest figure I’ve been given is that there are suspected to be six British nationals. They are our absolute priority.
We understand … that they are hostages.
I do acknowledge that it’s a very fast-moving situation and that figure may or may not change, and I know how difficult that must be for the families and the friends at home here in the UK who are grappling with incredible worry and concern about their loved ones.
Our thoughts remain with the families of loved ones still being held captive, as they endure unimaginable anguish and worry at this time.
We will continue to work tirelessly with Qatar, Israel and others to ensure all hostages come home safely.
