UN chief says situation in Gaza 'appalling and apocalyptic'

The United Nations chief said Monday the situation in war-torn Gaza was "appalling and apocalyptic", warning conditions faced by Palestinians in the territory may amount to the "gravest international crimes".

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres delivers a speech during the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, in Cascais, Portugal, on November 26, 2024. -- Photo" CARLOS COSTA / AFP

2024-12-02 16:04:11

The United Nations chief said Monday the situation in war-torn Gaza was "appalling and apocalyptic", warning conditions faced by Palestinians in the territory may amount to the "gravest international crimes".

In remarks read out on his behalf at a Cairo conference aimed at increasing humanitarian aid, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged the international community to "build a foundation for sustainable peace in Gaza and across the Middle East".

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