UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged the Israeli government and Hamas leadership to agree to a ceasefire deal following Hamas' acceptance of a proposal by Egypt and Qatar. Guterres emphasized the importance of both parties going the extra mile to end the current suffering, as stated in a press release by his spokesperson.
Guterres expressed particular concern over Israel's military operations in Rafah, warning against the potential for a large-scale military operation in the area. He highlighted the plight of the displaced population in Rafah, many of whom are in desperate humanitarian conditions and seeking safety that has been elusive.
