UNRWA Chief: Ceasefire Is the Start, Not the Solution
January 17, 2025
[Insert City Name] – The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) commissioner-general Philippe Lazzarini has emphasized that while the recently achieved ceasefire in the Gaza Strip is a positive step, it is merely the beginning and not a permanent solution to the ongoing conflict.
Lazzarini, who was visiting the Gaza Strip to assess the situation, met with Palestinian refugees and humanitarian workers. He expressed deep concern over the devastation caused by the recent escalation of violence and highlighted the urgent need for sustained efforts to address the root causes of the conflict.
“This ceasefire is a welcome respite, but it is not a solution,” Lazzarini said. “It is an opportunity for us to come together and work towards a more just and sustainable future for all.”
He emphasized that the international community must prioritize addressing the underlying issues that have led to repeated flare-ups of violence in Gaza, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the dire economic conditions in the territory.
Lazzarini called for an end to the blockade of Gaza, which has severely restricted the movement of people and goods, and has contributed to the worsening humanitarian crisis. “The blockade must end,” he said. “It is a collective punishment that has had a devastating impact on the lives of innocent civilians.”
He also urged the international community to increase its support for UNRWA, which provides essential services to Palestinian refugees, including healthcare, education, and food assistance. “UNRWA is a lifeline for millions of Palestinian refugees,” he said. “We need more support to continue providing these vital services.”
Lazzarini concluded by reiterating that the recent ceasefire is a positive step, but it should be used as a foundation for a broader peace process that addresses the underlying causes of the conflict and brings about a just and lasting solution.
UNRWA chief: Ceasefire is the start, not the solution
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