U.S. Warns Israel on Gaza Humanitarian Practices at U.N.

The United States cautioned Israel against the forcible displacement and starvation policies in Gaza at a U.N. meeting, emphasizing legal implications. While Israel asserted its humanitarian efforts, the U.N. Security Council deliberated on a draft resolution demanding a ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian access in the strife-torn region.

In a stern address at the United Nations, the United States emphasized that Israel must refrain from forcible displacement and starvation tactics in Gaza. The U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Linda Thomas-Greenfield, highlighted potential repercussions under both American and international law.

Despite Washington's acknowledgment of Israel's efforts to address the humanitarian crisis, Thomas-Greenfield insisted on sustained improvements and called for a pause on the law affecting the U.N. Palestinian relief agency UNRWA. The U.N. Security Council convened to discuss the situation, following reports of imminent famine in northern Gaza due to ongoing conflicts involving Israel and Hamas.

Israel's U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon refuted famine warnings and reiterated efforts to ameliorate humanitarian conditions. However, calls from various delegations, including Slovenia, stressed the urgency of action, pushing for a draft resolution requiring an immediate ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian aid access throughout Gaza.

(With inputs from agencies.)