“We need an immediate ceasefire, the unconditional release of all hostages and a return to dialogue to find diplomatic solutions to the conflicts in the region,” said Philemon Yang, 79th President of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly, in a written statement marking the one-year anniversary of October 7. Yang called on all parties to the conflicts in the Middle East to fulfill the requirements of international humanitarian law. As Israel’s attacks on Palestine continue, Philemon Yang, 79th President of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly, issued a written statement on the one-year anniversary of October 7th. Reminding that the Middle East has witnessed death, destruction and displacement for a very long time, Yang said that the suffering must end as soon as possible. “We need an immediate ceasefire, the unconditional release of all hostages and a return to dialogue to find diplomatic solutions to the conflicts in the region,” Yang said, adding, ”No sustainable peace can be achieved through military means. Only a two-state solution based on the UN Charter, international law and relevant UN resolutions can guarantee lasting peace and security for both the Israeli and Palestinian peoples and the rest of the region.” “I also urgently call on all parties to the conflict, including Israel, Hamas and Hezbollah, to uphold the requirements of international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of civilians and unhindered access to much-needed humanitarian assistance,Yang said. – NEW YORK
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