A way towards peace, though, is clouded by the failure of an international effort to broker a ceasefire in Gaza.
NEW YORK – US President Joe Biden asked world leaders on Sept 24 to prevent “full-scale war” over Lebanon, as clashes escalated between Israel and Hezbollah, prompting the UN chief to warn of a situation “on the brink”.
He also pushed again for an elusive ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, telling the global body it was time to “end this war”. The United States, Israel’s closest ally, has opposed a ground invasion into Lebanon. A senior official said ahead of Mr Biden’s speech that the US would bring “concrete” ideas for de-escalation to the UN.
“When the UN secretary-general speaks about the release of our hostages, the UN assembly is silent. But when he speaks about the suffering in Gaza, he receives thunderous applause,” Mr Danon said. With Israel’s leader, Mr Benjamin Netanyahu, and Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas expected to address the General Assembly this week, there could be combustible moments.
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