Why it matters:
The war in Gaza continues and the humanitarian crisies is getting worse everyday. The International communities calls for a ceasefire highlighting the growing global concern and the urgent need to protect civilians and find a political solution.
The big picture:
The ongoing war in Gaza has devastated civilian populations and created severe shortages of food and medical aid. Pakistan emphasized that Palestinians face a grim choice between starvation and violence. South Korea stressed the importance of a ceasefire and hostage negotiations, while Somalia condemned the use of hunger as a weapon, calling it a violation of international humanitarian law.
Key points:
- Pakistan reiterated that a two-state solution with an independent Palestinian state and Jerusalem as its capital is the only path to lasting peace in West Asia.
- South Korea’s envoy called for an immediate ceasefire and highlighted the importance of hostage release agreements to ease the crisis.
- Somalia warned there is no safe haven in Gaza and condemned the use of starvation tactics as a war crime under international law.
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