UN Secretary General Guterres made a statement on the 3rd anniversary of the Israeli attack on Gaza
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In a written statement on the 3rd anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attack, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide, emphasized civilian casualties, displacement and destruction, and called for a permanent ceasefire, large-scale humanitarian aid and respect for international law.
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After Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, Israel launched a large-scale 군사 operation in Gaza. As of the 3rd anniversary of this operation, UN Secretary General Guterres made a statement evaluating the humanitarian and legal dimensions of the situation.
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made a written statement as Israel's genocide in Gaza completed 3 years.
Stating that the attacks in October 2023 should never be repeated again, Guterres said, "The devastating conflicts that followed inflicted indescribable suffering on Palestinians in Gaza, including great loss of life, displacement and destruction."
Pointing out that Palestinian civilians still continue to endure unbearable conditions, Guterres said, "Last year's ceasefire provided some relief. However, it has not yet provided security, sufficient humanitarian aid or a reliable path to recovery and peace."
Calling on all parties to fully fulfill their commitments and move on to the next phase of the ceasefire, Guterres said, "It is time for the ceasefire to become permanent. It is time for large-scale humanitarian aid to be allowed. And it is time for international law to be respected."
Guterres pointed out that it is necessary to build a political path to lasting peace in the entire region and stated that the UN remains determined in its commitment to these obligations.
"Let this anniversary be not only a one-year period of mourning, but also a renewed indication of the determination to build a different future," said Guterres, noting that there is a need for a future in which Israelis and Palestinians can live side by side in peace and security, and where their rights, dignity and aspirations are fulfilled.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The international community will increase large-scale humanitarian operations in Gaza.
Likely · Within weeks
Diplomatic negotiations will accelerate to make the ceasefire permanent.
Possible · Within months
Open Questions
- What are the necessary conditions for the ceasefire to be made permanent?
- How will responsibilities be determined under international law?
- What are the obstacles to large-scale humanitarian aid reaching Gaza?
