UN Secretary General calls for humanitarian access amid Gaza crisis and civilian displacement
July 03, 2025 | United Nations, Federal
This article was created by AI summarizing key points discussed. AI makes mistakes, so for full details and context, please refer to the video of the full meeting. Please report any errors so we can fix them. Report an error »
In a stark reminder of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, nearly 30,000 people were forced to flee their homes in just one day due to Israeli orders, leaving them with no safe refuge and inadequate access to essential supplies like water. The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed grave concern over the dire situation, emphasizing that international humanitarian law mandates the protection of civilians and the fulfillment of their basic needs.
With no fuel entering Gaza for over 17 weeks, critical services are on the brink of collapse. The Secretary-General warned that without urgent fuel supplies, vital medical equipment will fail, ambulances will be unable to operate, and water purification efforts will cease. He reiterated the need for full, safe, and sustained humanitarian access to deliver aid to those deprived of basic survival necessities.
The situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, with Israeli authorities issuing over 50 displacement orders since mid-March, affecting approximately 78% of the Gaza Strip. This has left only 15% of the area available for civilians, which is overcrowded and lacking in basic infrastructure. The UN Population Fund highlighted the severe challenges faced by women and girls in Gaza, noting that menstruation has become a significant issue for around 700,000 individuals due to a lack of supplies and privacy.
In a broader context, the UN reported that 107 aid workers have been killed this year alone, with many coordination attempts for humanitarian assistance being denied or impeded by Israeli authorities. This has severely limited the ability of organizations to provide necessary support.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, the newly appointed head of the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission met with key Lebanese leaders to discuss the implementation of Security Council resolution 1701. UNIFIL continues to monitor military activities and support humanitarian efforts in the region, including training exercises for the Lebanese Armed Forces.
As the international community grapples with these pressing issues, the UN calls for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups, underscoring the urgent need for a resolution to the ongoing conflicts affecting Gaza and Lebanon.
With no fuel entering Gaza for over 17 weeks, critical services are on the brink of collapse. The Secretary-General warned that without urgent fuel supplies, vital medical equipment will fail, ambulances will be unable to operate, and water purification efforts will cease. He reiterated the need for full, safe, and sustained humanitarian access to deliver aid to those deprived of basic survival necessities.
The situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, with Israeli authorities issuing over 50 displacement orders since mid-March, affecting approximately 78% of the Gaza Strip. This has left only 15% of the area available for civilians, which is overcrowded and lacking in basic infrastructure. The UN Population Fund highlighted the severe challenges faced by women and girls in Gaza, noting that menstruation has become a significant issue for around 700,000 individuals due to a lack of supplies and privacy.
In a broader context, the UN reported that 107 aid workers have been killed this year alone, with many coordination attempts for humanitarian assistance being denied or impeded by Israeli authorities. This has severely limited the ability of organizations to provide necessary support.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, the newly appointed head of the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission met with key Lebanese leaders to discuss the implementation of Security Council resolution 1701. UNIFIL continues to monitor military activities and support humanitarian efforts in the region, including training exercises for the Lebanese Armed Forces.
As the international community grapples with these pressing issues, the UN calls for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups, underscoring the urgent need for a resolution to the ongoing conflicts affecting Gaza and Lebanon.
View full meeting
This article is based on a recent meeting—watch the full video and explore the complete transcript for deeper insights into the discussion.
View full meeting