Published November 06,2023
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Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren on Monday expressed concern in regards to the state of affairs in Gaza and believes that assist ought to attain folks to stop additional catastrophe, calling for a humanitarian pause within the Palestinian-Israeli battle.
“The Netherlands is concerned about the humanitarian situation in Gaza and thinks that humanitarian aid should reach Gaza to prevent the disaster,” Ollongren mentioned at a joint press convention along with her Bosnian counterpart Zukan Helez throughout her go to to the capital Sarajevo.
“The Dutch government called for a humanitarian pause in the conflict,” however she mentioned, “This should be done by the people of Gaza.”
“We think it is of vital importance due to its situation,” she informed reporters.
Ollongren mentioned the Netherlands desires to ship assist, however it’s only potential if there’s a pause within the ongoing armed battle.
“We know that civilians, especially children, are suffering. We want to deliver humanitarian aid in every way (possible). We are aware that this will be possible if there is a humanitarian pause in the conflict,” she mentioned.
Bosnian Defense Minister Helez, for his half, mentioned colleges and hospitals in Gaza can’t be army targets for the Israeli forces.
“We should all raise our voices because the same could happen to us. We experienced similar events in Bosnia and Herzegovina 25 years ago, and we know what it means to kill civilians,” he mentioned, calling for the battle to be ended to stop extra civilians from dying.
At least 10,022 Palestinians, together with 4,104 kids and a pair of,641 ladies, have been killed within the Israeli bombardments within the Gaza Strip. The Israeli demise toll is sort of 1,600, in line with official figures.
Besides the massive variety of casualties and big displacements, fundamental provides are operating low for Gaza’s 2.3 million residents as a result of Israeli siege.
Thousands took to the streets in lots of international locations to precise assist for Palestine, whereas a few of the protests are banned in France.
Source: www.anews.com.tr