Cannan joins UK leaders in condemning 'brutal' Hamas attacks 

Chief Minister issues statement on Israel conflict

The chief minister has described the recent Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel as 'shocking and appalling' and is urging residents intending to travel to the region to pay close attention to advice being issued by the UK Foreign Office.

Alfred Cannan says he joins UK political leaders in 'unreservedly condemning' the brutality, and his 'thoughts go out to all those on the Island who have friends and family in the region'.

The recent Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel are shocking and appalling. I join UK political leaders in unreservedly condemning this terrorist brutality. My thoughts go out to all those on the Island who have friends and family in the region. 1/2

— Isle of Man Chief Minister (@iomcm) October 10, 2023

All travel to the Palestinian territory is currently not advised.