European leaders condemn Hamas, pledge support for Israel and halt Palestinian aid

European leaders have shown support for Israel in response to the ongoing conflict with Gaza, including halting aid to Palestinian territories.

Landmark show of support: Key European buildings, such as 10 Downing Street in London and the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, have been lit with the Israeli flag.
* There have also been pro-Palestinian protests in certain European and U.S. cities.

Government responses: Leaders such as UK’s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz, France’s President Emmanuel Macron have voiced support of Israel.
* UK has expressed readiness to provide diplomatic, intelligence or security support if requested.
* EU has suspended all aid to Palestinian territories, putting a full development aid of EUR 691m ($728 million) under review.

Casualties and concerns: Several European citizens from UK, France and possibly other countries are reported to be dead or missing.
* More than 10 British citizens are feared dead or missing, including a 20-year-old serving in the Israeli Defense Forces.
* French Government reported one French woman killed and several others missing. One French national living in Israel is reportedly taken hostage by Hamas.

Personal stories: Scottish leader Humza Yousaf expressed grave concern for his parents-in-law who are trapped in Gaza, increasing the emotional stakes of the conflict.

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