Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza Welcomed by UN

The United Nations has expressed optimism regarding a potential ceasefire agreement in Gaza, emphasizing the need for increased humanitarian aid amidst catastrophic conditions. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised the mediators—Egypt, Qatar, and the US—for their efforts and called for all parties to uphold their commitments to the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the details of the ceasefire were awaiting approval from Israel and Hamas. The UN is actively preparing to scale up humanitarian assistance but faces challenges related to border access and security for aid distribution. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric highlighted ongoing negotiations and the UN's intense planning to facilitate aid delivery once a ceasefire is established. Despite Israel's claims of adequate aid delivery, concerns persist over the efficiency of aid reaching those in need due to ongoing conflict dynamics.