The United States ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, sharply criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his opposition to Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City, suggesting that Britain would have lost World War II under Starmer's leadership. Huckabee's comments came after Starmer warned that Israel's actions would only prolong the conflict and increase bloodshed, and reiterated the United Kingdom's intention to recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes significant steps toward peace. The debate has heightened diplomatic tensions, with both British and American officials voicing concerns over Israel's military strategy and the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. British officials have urged Israel to allow unrestricted aid access and warned that further military action would only result in more casualties, emphasizing the need for a political and diplomatic solution.