All UN Security Council members, except US, say famine in Gaza is ‘man-made crisis’
Summary
All United Nations Security Council members except the US declared famine in Gaza a man-made crisis, calling for a ceasefire, hostage release, and aid surge amid worsening hunger conditions.
Key Points
- All UN Security Council members except the US have termed the famine in Gaza a "manmade crisis."
- They condemned the use of starvation as a weapon of war, which is banned under international law.
- The council called for an immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, and increased humanitarian aid for Gaza.
- Israel disputed the famine report, claiming it was based on biased data provided by Hamas.
