“The attackers brutally killed more than 1,250 Israelis and foreign nationals,” he said in a statement.
“More than 250 others have been removed and taken to the Gaza Strip as hostages, including women, children and the elderly. That day, we remember all those who were killed and suffered horrible violence. The horror of this dark day will always be seized in the memories of all of us. “”
Held under deplorable conditions
It is estimated that 48 hostages remain captive. It is believed that some 20 years are alive while 28 are probably died.
Those who still live are detained in deplorable conditions, said the UN chief, who met some of the hostage families and survivors who shared their heartbreaking experiences.
“” I said it over and over again“, He added.
The Gaza Ministry of Health has reported that since October 7, 2023, more than 67,000 Palestinians have been killed and nearly 170,000 injured during the Israel offensive.
“” Put an end to suffering for all. It is a humanitarian disaster on a scale that defies understanding, ”said Mr. Guterres.
He called on all fighters to end the fighting in Gaza, Israel and in the region in the broad sense: “Stop paying civilians with their life and their future”.
‘We have to choose hope’
With indirect talks in progress in Sharm El-Sheikh between the negotiators of Israel and Hamas in order to reach a complete agreement on the Peace Plan of the United States 20 points, the UN chief said it was time to seize the opportunity to end the war.
“” After two years of trauma, we must choose hope – now. The recent proposal by American president Donald J. Trump presents an opportunity that must be seized to put an end to this tragic conflict, “he added.
Hamas said that it would accept parts of the American plan, including the release of all hostages, both alive and deceased. But the problems of total disarmament and the post-war role of the group remain.
The secretary general said that a permanent cease-fire and “a credible political process are essential to prevent other blood effusions and pave the way for peace”, on the basis of international law.
The UN remains unshakable in its commitment to supporting lasting peace, he added.
“Let us honor the memory of all the victims by working for the only way to follow: a just and lasting peace, in which the Israelis, the Palestinians and all the peoples of the region live side by side in terms of security, dignity and mutual respect”, the ” statement concluded.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
