An important session on the situation in Palestine was held at the UN Security Council under the leadership of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. UN Under-Secretary-General and Chief of Cabinet Courtenay Rattray, in his speech on behalf of Secretary-General Guterres, stated that he invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter after the terrible suffering, physical destruction and collective trauma in Gaza that began in December 2023. However, he noted that the crisis continues even after 7 months.
Warnings from Secretary General Guterres
- Humanitarian Crisis:There were warnings that the humanitarian support system in Gaza was on the verge of collapse, and public order was in serious danger.
- Security Risk:It was emphasized that the risk of regional spread of tension in the Blue Line region is increasing day by day.
- Food Insecurity:It has been reported that half a million people in Gaza face acute food insecurity.
- Access to Healthcare:It was reported that Israeli authorities have prevented access to water, cleaning supplies and health services due to fuel restrictions.
Palestinian Authority and the West Bank Situation
Guterres also drew attention to the dangerous situation in the occupied West Bank and Jerusalem to the world public opinion focused on Gaza. It was stated that 553 Palestinians died in the recent incidents. It was emphasized that the occupying Israel paralyzed the economy and increased instability by making decisions that restricted the Palestinian Authority.
| Condition of the Killed | Steps of Israel |
|---|---|
| 553 Palestinians (536 by Israel, 11 by Israelis) | It was stated that the geography of the occupied West Bank was constantly changing. |
Calls from Secretary General Guterres
- Call for Agreement:Guterres called on the parties to reach an agreement now, describing the humanitarian situation in Gaza as a “moral stain”.
- Termination of Settlements:He called on Israel to end its settlement activities, calling them “a moral stain on all of us.”
- Being Brought to Justice:It was underlined that the violence must end and the criminals must be brought to justice.
