UN Demands Immediate Ceasefire as Israeli Airstrikes Continue in Gaza
Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza result in significant casualties, while the UN General Assembly calls for an immediate ceasefire and backs support for Palestinian refugees.
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Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in at least 29 fatalities, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation marked by over 44,000 Palestinian deaths. Amidst overwhelming international calls for a ceasefire, the UN General Assembly approved resolutions demanding immediate cessation of hostilities and expressing support for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), which Israel seeks to ban. Hospitals face severe shortages, while widespread malnutrition and displacement impact civilians desperately needing aid. The long-term conflict has led to critical humanitarian challenges, prompting political calls for urgent intervention.
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