Human Lives Human Rights: In a pivotal session held on Wednesday, November 29, the United Nations Security Council gathered in New York to discuss the ongoing Middle East crisis. This marked the Council’s first public meeting following the adoption of Resolution 2712, which specifically addresses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Key highlights from the meeting include:
- The UN Secretary General addressed the dire situation in Gaza, emphasizing the imperative release of all hostages. He urged global attention to the civilian suffering in Gaza and advocated for a genuine humanitarian ceasefire, aiming for a lasting resolution for both parties.
- The United Nations Special Coordinator for Middle East Peace called for a new and different approach on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, warning against returning to an unsustainable path of conflict management.
- Council members expressed strong condemnation for the unfolding humanitarian crisis and lauded the existing cessation of hostilities. Some urged the full implementation of Resolution 2712 pertaining to the crisis.
- The Maltese ambassador stressed the urgency of preventing further loss of lives and a return to bloodshed and insecurity.
- The Israeli regime’s ambassador criticized the Council for not acknowledging Hamas’s central role in the region’s destruction.
- The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian Authority highlighted the historical significance of the moment and called on the international community to collaborate in finding a solution.
