Israel continues military assault in Gaza's Deir al-Balah | BBC News

As Israel continues its first ground offensive in central Gaza's Deir al-Balah, the UN has warned that the "last lifelines keeping people alive" in the territory "are collapsing". Meanwhile, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy says he feels "appalled" and "sickened" by the scenes coming out of Gaza. It comes after the UK and more than 20 other nations criticised the Israeli government and military for its "unacceptable" conduct. The Israeli government dismissed the statement as "disconnected from reality", saying Hamas is the "sole party responsible for the continuation of the war and the suffering on both sides". Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Gaza #Israel #BBCNews