Scarlett Johansson hits back over Oxfam's SodaStream criticism

Scarlett Johansson has hit back after she was criticised by Oxfam for becoming the face of SodaStream - a firm that operates a factory in an Israeli settlement on the West Bank.

Johansson, who has been an ambassador for Oxfam International since 2005, released a statement in a bid to "clear the air" after the charity attacked her decision to become SodaStream's "first ever global ambassador".

The Avengers Assemble actress said she had "never intended on being the face of any social or political movement, distinction, separation or stance" as part of her affiliation with the company.

Her statement, which was released to The Huffington Post, reads:

Oxfam International had said that although it "deeply values" her support, it is opposed to all trade from Israeli settlements "which are illegal under international law".

Following Johansson's comments, Oxfam said it is "considering the implications of her new statement and what it means for Ms Johansson's role as an Oxfam global ambassador."