UN Secretary-General condemns collective punishment of Palestinians in Gaza amid ongoing conflict.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the collective punishment of Palestinians in Gaza, asserting that their suffering is unjustifiable amid ongoing conflict following Hamas's October 7 attacks. As the UN prepares to address the situation, concerns arise over the recent granting of a seat to the "State of Palestine" in the General Assembly, which critics argue could incite more violence against Israel. The US has opposed full Palestinian membership.