Secretary-General on the situation in Gaza

United Nations Secretary-General

Paris, France
11 February 2025

We must avoid at all costs the resumption of hostilities in Gaza that would lead to an immense tragedy.

I appeal to Hamas to proceed with the planned liberation of hostages next Saturday.

Both sides must fully abide by their commitments in the cease-fire agreement and resume serious negotiations in Doha for the second phase.

António Guterres