SECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Updates on Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine
November 18, 2024, 12:00 PM EST
Gaza
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) met on Friday to discuss the escalating tensions between Israel and Palestine in the Gaza Strip. The meeting comes after a week of violence that has left dozens dead and hundreds injured.
The UNSC condemned the violence and called for an immediate ceasefire. The council also expressed concern about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including the lack of access to food, water, and medical care.
The UNSC called on both Israel and Palestine to take steps to de-escalate the situation and to prevent further civilian casualties. The council also expressed its support for the work of the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and called for international support for the agency.
Sudan
The UNSC also discussed the political crisis in Sudan, which has been ongoing since October 25, 2021. The crisis began with a military coup that ousted President Omar al-Bashir. The military junta that replaced him has been accused of human rights violations, including the killing of protesters.
The UNSC expressed its concern about the situation in Sudan and called for an end to the violence. The council also called on the military junta to release political prisoners and to ensure the freedom of assembly and expression.
Ukraine
The UNSC also met on Friday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting comes after a week of heavy fighting in eastern Ukraine, which has left dozens dead and hundreds injured.
The UNSC expressed its concern about the escalation of violence and called for an immediate ceasefire. The council also called on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and to protect civilians.
The UNSC also expressed its support for the work of the UN Special Envoy for Ukraine, Martin Griffiths, and called for international support for his efforts.
SECURITY COUNCIL LIVE: Updates on Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine
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