Calls for Gaza ceasefire ahead of 7 October anniversary

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza ahead of the third anniversary of the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Guterres emphasized the need for the ceasefire to become permanent, allow humanitarian assistance at scale, and respect international law. He acknowledged the suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians, highlighting the massive loss of life and displacement experienced by Palestinians in Gaza.

Guterres also noted that Israel's military campaign has resulted in over 74,200 casualties, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.

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