Guterres: ‘It would be tragic if diplomatic activity for peace in Gaza yield no ceasefire’

It would be tragic if weeks of intense diplomatic activity for peace in Gaza yield no ceasefire. No release of hostages. And a devastating offensive in Rafah, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres said, Report informs, citing CNN.

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres called on Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement that would "stop the unbearable suffering of Palestinians in Gaza and of the hostages and their families."

He told reporters at the UN Security Council on Tuesday that a ceasefire and hostage deal is needed now, and that Israel must stop any escalation in Rafah.

Guterres urged both Israel and Hamas to "spare no effort to secure an agreement now" in an attempt to "stop the bloodshed."