20 Nov 2023

Hipkins' call for ceasefire in Gaza sparks doubt from Israel

From Morning Report, 6:42 am on 20 November 2023
Labour leader Chris Hipkins calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. Photo: RNZ / Katie Scotcher

Israel supporters are questioning Chris Hipkins' decision to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

Speaking as Labour Leader, and not caretaker Prime Minister, Mr Hipkins says the loss of life must end.

He says he sought an agreement on his ceasefire call from the National Party but didn't get it.

Finn Blackwell reports.