Antonio Guterres characterized the situation in Gaza as a 'horror show,' citing unprecedented destruction due to Israeli military attacks. He highlighted that the humanitarian system is critically strained with 'devastation being layered upon devastation.' Reports indicate over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed while seeking food aid since the start of operations by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. The UN continues to call attention to these dire circumstances, while Israeli forces argue they prioritize the transfer of humanitarian aid.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the level of destruction in Gaza under Israeli military attack as unprecedented in recent years, calling the situation a 'horror show'. He emphasized that 'devastation is being layered upon devastation' and noted that the humanitarian system is in its 'last gasp'. The UN reported over 1,000 Palestinians killed while trying to access food aid since operations began under the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that a staff residence and warehouse in Deir al-Balah had been attacked three times, highlighting the urgent conditions faced in Gaza. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has urged Israel to permit foreign press access into Gaza, emphasizing the need for transparency amidst the humanitarian crisis.
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