The death toll in the Gaza Strip surpassed 44,000, local health officials said Thursday (Nov. 20), one day after a new UN resolution demanding a ceasefire failed because of a US veto. It is the first UN resolution on the war in Gaza that was proposed by the 10 non-permanent members of the council. In addition to demanding a ceasefire, the draft demanded immediate access for civilians in the Gaza Strip to basic services. The text also demanded that the parties “fully, unconditionally, and without delay” implement all the provisions of Security Council resolution 2735. The draft further underscored the role of the UN relief agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) as the backbone of the humanitarian response in Gaza.

Source: Ethiopian News November 21, 2024 21:45 UTC