LONDON, Oct 7 (AFP) - Britain's foreign minister James Cleverly on Saturday condemned attacks on Israel by Palestinian militants from the Gaza Strip.

"The UK unequivocally condemns the horrific attacks by Hamas on Israeli civilians. The UK will always support Israel's right to defend itself," he wrote on social media.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he was "shocked" by the attacks.

"Israel has an absolute right to defend itself. We're in contact with Israeli authorities, and British nationals in Israel should follow travel advice," he added on X.