The British government called on Israel to ensure proportionality of its military action against Hamas, expressing deep concern over the destruction of media offices and other civilian sites in Gaza, AP reports.

British Prime Minister's spokesman Max Blain said the UK is in contact with US and UN counterparts and is seeking additional information from the Israeli government about the attack that destroyed a high-rise building that housed the offices of the Associated Press and other media. organizations.

Blain also noted that Britain is concerned that Hamas is using civilian areas as cover.