UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that Israel could engage in ethnic cleansing of Gaza if the international community does not take a decisive stand against it. The ongoing bombardment has led to a high number of civilian casualties, with one strike resulting in 93 deaths. Guterres underscored that the current situation could intensify, as existing relief efforts to Gaza have significantly decreased, and the allegations of a push to drive Palestinians from their homes persist.
Guterres highlighted that the ethnic cleansing of Gaza has been averted mainly by the Palestinian people's resilience amidst pressure to flee and the Arab world's resolve against mass population transfers. He acknowledged the courage of the Palestinian people and emphasized the necessity of international intervention to prevent any escalation of violence that may lead to demographic changes in the region.
Ayman Safadi, Jordan's foreign secretary, informed U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken that ethnic cleansing was already underway in Gaza. This statement reflects the widespread concern among regional leaders regarding the humanitarian crisis and loss of civilian lives due to military actions in the ongoing conflict.
The international community has reacted to the escalation in Gaza, particularly following a horrific bombing incident that targeted a residential building, resulting in numerous child casualties. The broad condemnation of such acts points to the urgent need for a collective response to prevent further violence and protect civilians.
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