UN Sec.-Gen. on Gaza: Security Council is Paralyzed
António Guterres, UN Secretary-General, noted the Security Council’s paralysis due to divisions over the Gaza war, according to Okaz.
Guterres expressed regret over the Council’s failure to decide on a ceasefire in Gaza.
Impact on Council’s Credibility
Moreover, the Secretary General said that the Council’s authority and credibility are severely undermined by delayed action. He also added that this is a blow to the council’s reputation which was exacerbated by U.S. vetoing the ceasefire in Gaza.
Persistent Call for Ceasefire
Guterres reiterated his call for a ceasefire for humanitarian reasons. He affirmed that he will not give up despite the Security Council’s failure.
Warning at Doha Forum
In Doha Forum, Guterres warned of an imminent humanitarian system collapse. He pointed out that the situation is rapidly deteriorating and turning into a catastrophe with possible, dire and irreversible impacts on Palestinians and regional peace.
UNRWA Commissioner-General’s Remarks
Philippe Lazzarini, UNRWA Commissioner-General highlighted UNRWA’s imminent collapse in Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire to end the suffering.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres recently utilized a rarely exercised power, Article 99, amid escalating violence in Gaza.
This provision, part of the UN Charter, empowers the Secretary-General to alert the Security Council of situations threatening international peace and security. The last invocation of Article 99 occurred over 50 years ago, during the events leading to Bangladesh’s independence.” according to Al-Sharq Alawsat Newspaper”
Situation in Gaza
Guterres’s call for action comes in response to an intensifying Israeli offensive and rising civilian casualties in Gaza. He emphasized the potential collapse of Gaza’s humanitarian system and civil order, describing the situation as a looming humanitarian catastrophe.
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