Israel has intensified military operations instead of critically needed humanitarian pause: UN Chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said, ’There is no justification, ever, for the killing, injuring and abduction of civilians. I regret that instead of a critically needed humanitarian pause supported by the international community, Israel has intensified its military operations. I have always been consistent in my call for strict compliance of the well-established principles and rule of International Humanitarian Law. The protection of civilians is paramount. The Laws of War establish clear rules to protect human life and respect humanitarian concerns. Those laws cannot be contorted for the sake of expedience. The world is witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe taking place before our eyes. More than two million people, with nowhere safe to go, are being denied the essentials for life – food, water, shelter and medical care – while being subjected to relentless bombardment. An immediate humanitarian ceasefire, the unconditional release of all hostages, and the delivery of a sustained humanitarian relief at a scale that meets the needs of the people of Gaza.’ He further added, ’We must join forces to end this nightmare for the people of Gaza, Israel and all those affected around the world.’ #ThePrintUncut --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: » Like us on Facebook: » Tweet us on Twitter: » Follow us on Instagram: » Find us on LinkedIn : » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: » Find us on Spotify: » Find us on Apple Podcasts: