UN Secretariat building in New York “A desperately needed breakthrough”: UN Secretary General on the agreement on a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages Peace and Security
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomes the announcement of an agreement on a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, based on a proposal put forward by US President Donald Trump. He also praises the diplomatic efforts of the United States, Qatar, Egypt and Turkey that led to this “much-needed breakthrough.”
This is stated in a statement released by the UN press service on Wednesday evening. “I urge all parties to fully comply with the terms of the agreement,” the UN chief emphasized. – All hostages must be released with respect for their dignity. A permanent ceasefire must be ensured. The fighting must stop once and for all.” end
He also called for immediate unimpeded access for humanitarian aid and essential commercial goods to Gaza. “Human suffering must end,” Guterres said.
The United Nations will help ensure full implementation of the agreement, increase the supply of essential humanitarian aid and support recovery and reconstruction, he said. Gases.
The stakes have never been so high
The Secretary General called on all parties to take advantage of this “a historic opportunity” to pave a credible path to ending the occupation, recognizing the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and achieving a two-state solution that allows Israelis and Palestinians to live in peace and security. “The stakes have never been higher,” Guterres concluded his statement.