During the opening of the 57th session of the UN Human Rights Council, High Commissioner Volker Turk emphasized the urgent need to end the ongoing war in Gaza and prevent a wider regional conflict. He highlighted the severe humanitarian crisis, with nearly 41,000 Palestinian deaths and 1.9 million displaced since the conflict escalated after the October 7 Hamas attacks, which claimed over 1,200 lives in Israel. Turk condemned Israel's actions as a blatant disregard for international law, referencing the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion that deemed the occupation illegal. He also expressed concern over the situation in the West Bank, where violence and settler attacks are worsening the humanitarian conditions. Despite international calls for action, Israel continues its military operations, with Prime Minister Netanyahu vowing to eliminate Hamas, leading to continued protests within Israel regarding the handling of the conflict. Turk's remarks reflect growing global concern over the situation, urging states to uphold international legal norms and address the humanitarian crisis effectively.