British Ambassador Simon Walters called for a comprehensive deal to free all hostages at once and end the war in Gaza. He emphasized that the phased approach of the past year is unlikely to work and that negotiations are the only way to secure the release of the captives. Walters urged for accelerated hostage talks and criticized calls for the war to continue indefinitely, stating that military force alone cannot eliminate Hamas. He emphasized the need for a combination of military force and politics and stressed the importance of focusing efforts on securing a hostage deal.