UN Condemns Targeting of Its Facilities in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Israeli airstrikes in Gaza that killed a UN staff member and injured five others, calling for investigations and respect for humanitarian access. He described Gaza’s situation as critical, urging global intervention to stop the conflict and protect civilians.
On Thursday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed profound sorrow and shock over the death of a UN staff member and the injuries of five others caused by Israeli airstrikes on two UN guest houses located in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip. Guterres underscored the importance of maintaining the sanctity of UN facilities, declaring that they are to be considered inviolable. He called for a thorough investigation into the incidents relating to these airstrikes.
Moreover, Guterres previously voiced his alarm regarding the broader impact of Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, urging for respect toward the current ceasefire. He called for the facilitation of unobstructed humanitarian access to those affected and demanded the unconditional release of all remaining hostages.
In light of these events, the UN has characterized the situation in Gaza as dire, indicating that the region is ‘bleeding’ and urging the global community to intervene in preventing further atrocities.
Guterres emphasized the crucial need for accountability and humanitarian support amidst ongoing violence in the area, advocating for efforts that emphasize peace and safety for innocent civilians.
The recent airstrikes targeting UN facilities in Gaza have sparked a strong condemnation from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, highlighting the urgency for investigations and respecting humanitarian needs. Guterres’s statements reflect the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of global intervention to halt ongoing violence and protect civilian lives.
Original Source: ina.iq
