UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday defended the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) as a "lifeline of hope and dignity" and called for a surge of aid into Gaza. Guterres also said there is “growing consensus emerging in the international community” to tell Israel that a ceasefire is needed in the devastated territory. His comments came after China said it supports a new draft resolution at the UN Security Council put forward by nonpermanent members demanding an "immediate" ceasefire. Follow our live blog for the latest developments.
UN chief Antonio Guterres on Monday defended the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) as a "lifeline of hope and dignity" and called for a surge of aid into Gaza. Guterres also said there is “growing consensus emerging in the international community” to tell Israel that a ceasefire is needed in the devastated territory. His comments came after China said it supports a new draft resolution at the UN Security Council put forward by nonpermanent members demanding an "immediate" ceasefire. Follow our live blog for the latest developments.