UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addressed the Security Council, calling for a profound transformation in the Middle East and urging countries to foster peace amid ongoing turbulence. He underscored the importance of Israel withdrawing from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army. Guterres called for a lasting ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, stressing the need for humanitarian aid access, civilian protection, and the involvement of Unrwa in aid distribution in Gaza, amid Israel's intent to sever ties with the agency.
Guterres stressed the need for a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the urgency for scaled-up aid deliveries and civilian protection in Gaza.
The UN chief emphasized Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the importance of a robust Lebanese army presence as part of the ceasefire conditions.
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