The United States underscored its stance on the Gaza crisis at the United Nations on Tuesday, emphasizing that Israel must avoid forced displacement and starvation policies in Gaza, as these would have serious consequences under both U.S. and international law. U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Linda Thomas-Greenfield, made these remarks amid growing concerns over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
U.S. Highlights Israel’s Responsibility in Humanitarian Efforts
Hours before her address, the U.S. stated that Israel’s current measures to address Gaza’s humanitarian needs were sufficient to avoid restrictions on U.S. military aid. However, Thomas-Greenfield noted that Israel must continue to sustain and improve these efforts over time. She also urged Israel to pause its enforcement of a law that restricts operations of the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Gaza.
Famine Risk and Limited Aid in Northern Gaza
The U.N. Security Council met to discuss a new report from global hunger experts warning of an imminent famine in northern Gaza, where ongoing conflict has made it increasingly difficult to deliver essential supplies. Acting U.N. aid chief Joyce Msuya highlighted the devastation, stating, “Most of Gaza is now a wasteland of rubble,” and reported that tens of thousands of residents are trapped with dwindling food and water supplies due to Israeli blockades on humanitarian assistance.
Israel Denies Famine Risk Claims
Israel’s U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon dismissed claims of an impending famine, describing the warnings as “simply false.” He outlined measures Israel has taken to improve conditions in Gaza, asking Security Council members to consider the risks Israeli soldiers face while working to fulfill humanitarian obligations despite ongoing threats.
Calls for Ceasefire and Humanitarian Access
Slovenian Ambassador Samuel Zbogar urged the council to act, stating, “After more than a year into the conflict, assurances of civilian protection in Gaza are not enough.” The U.N. Security Council is currently reviewing a draft resolution demanding an “immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza. It also calls for unrestricted access for humanitarian aid throughout the Gaza Strip.
The resolution, backed by Russia and China, needs nine affirmative votes without a veto from any of the five permanent council members—Russia, China, the United States, Britain, and France—to pass.
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