Then there is the toll in Gaza. For far too long, Hamas has cynically misused civilian infrastructure to shield themselves. That misuse has caused civilians to be caught in the crossfire. Let us not forget that the use of civilians to shield or impede military operations is itself a violation of international humanitarian law. We expect all parties to comply with international humanitarian law.
It is important for the UN to speak out against repeated misuses of its facilities by Hamas, each of which has made the safety of humanitarian workers more precarious.
The Geneva Conventions remain as critical now as ever: 2024 saw the highest death toll of humanitarian workers on record. That sobering record should compel the UN and this Council to redouble efforts to protect humanitarian personnel everywhere.
And with that – je vous remercie Monsieur le Président
#USStateDept: It's nearly all an arrogant twisting of facts but this on Gaza is revolting and I hope the UN Security Council made it plain. 3):