FIRST ON FOX: Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, has strongly criticized the U.K., France, and Canada for their international criticism regarding Israel’s conflict with Hamas.

In an exclusive interview with Digital at the Jerusalem Post conference in New York, Danon responded to the criticism by asserting that while international law, it will not deter Israel from continuing its fight against Hamas until all hostages are freed.

“We have in Gaza. This war will not be over until all hostages are returned. We are determined to bring them all back,” Danon stated, underscoring Israel’s commitment to ending the war and securing the release of those held captive. He also voiced his concern that the international community hasn’t exerted enough pressure on Hamas regarding the hostages, urging these nations to issue stronger statements advocating for their release.

The joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Canada condemned Israel’s military actions in Gaza, highlighting the humanitarian situation and calling for an immediate ceasefire. The statement further urged Israel to increase aid access to Gaza, specifically requesting the Israeli government to collaborate with the to reinstate aid delivery in accordance with humanitarian principles and to push for the release of all hostages held by Hamas.

Danon also objected to remarks made by Tom Fletcher, the U.N.’s undersecretary-general for humanitarian affairs, who accused Israel of genocide during a speech before the U.N. Security Council. Fletcher had criticized Israel’s actions in Gaza, noting that much of the region was either under Israeli military control or subject to displacement orders.

“Mr. Fletcher’s accusations of genocide at the Security Council were unacceptable and disgraceful. He is aware that this is a false accusation, and I expect him to retract his words and apologize. We will suspend cooperation with him until he clarifies that Israel is not committing genocide. We have no such intention, and he knows it. We are dedicated to defeating the . Accusations of such atrocities are unacceptable from any U.N. official.”

Regarding the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the recent opening of borders to allow aid trucks after two months, Fletcher described Israel’s temporary permission for limited aid as a “drop in the ocean” on X.

Danon emphasized that aid was only permitted to NGOs that guarantee Hamas does not infiltrate their ranks or steal aid meant for civilians.

“Let’s be factual,” Danon said. “We are still awaiting a retraction of the inappropriate accusation you made last week at the Security Council.”

In a briefing, Stéphane Dujarric, spokesperson for the secretary-general, also mentioned Fletcher’s statement, emphasizing that the current level of aid is insufficient to meet the population’s overwhelming needs. He advocated for opening more crossings and simplifying procedures to ensure a consistent flow of aid, warning that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza would worsen without these measures.

Danon also addressed the future of humanitarian aid in Gaza, particularly proposals to replace the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) with a new U.S.-backed aid mechanism.

“We have decided that UNRWA will have no association with Israel. They are aware of this, and so is the U.N.,” he stated, criticizing the U.N.’s role in the region. He expressed support for the U.S. initiative, considering it a positive step toward resolving Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. “I fail to see how anyone can boycott a humanitarian effort,” he added. “If those in the U.N. are genuinely concerned about the humanitarian crisis, they should participate in these efforts, not boycott them.”

Rachel Wolf contributed to this article.