UN Security Council Holds Debate on Middle East Palestinian Situation

The United Nations Security Council convened its quarterly open debate to discuss the situation in the Middle East, focusing on the Palestinian question. Ramiz Alakbarov, Deputy Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, provided a briefing during the session. The debate took place amid ongoing tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, with concerns over faltering progress on the fragile Gaza ceasefire and mounting humanitarian needs, including looming famine in parts of the territory. Ambassadors discussed the recent International Court of Justice advisory opinion affirming Israel's obligation to allow aid access under international law. The meeting was designated as a special event on the Council's agenda by the Russian Federation, which holds the Security Council presidency this month. This session is part of the Council's routine quarterly debates addressing the Palestinian cause and broader Middle East stability.