The United Nations Security Council has unanimously approved a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, marking a significant turning point in the eight-month war between Israel and Hamas. The resolution, adopted late yesterday, demands an immediate halt to hostilities and a resumption of indirect negotiations to address the underlying issues.
Hamas has welcomed the move, stating that it is willing to engage in indirect negotiations to implement the principles of the resolution, as long as they align with the demands of its people and resistance. However, Israel’s representative at the UN has expressed reservations, indicating that Israel will not engage in “meaningless and endless negotiations” that could be exploited.
The global charity Mercy Corp has emphasized the urgency of implementing the ceasefire resolution, warning that half of Gaza’s population is on the brink of starvation due to the devastating war. The organization has called for a swift and comprehensive implementation of the resolution to prevent further suffering and loss of life.
According to official statistics, the war has already claimed a staggering toll: at least 37,124 people have been killed and 84,712 wounded in Gaza since October 7. The humanitarian crisis continues to deepen, with millions of innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.