Elizabeth Throssell, OHCHR spokesperson, highlighted israel's recurrent breaches of international humanitarian law, emphasizing that such violations could lead to liability for war crimes.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken also met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, where Abbas emphasized the urgency of halting Israeli aggression in Gaza and the West Bank. Blinken reiterated the US commitment to supporting "tangible steps" toward the creation of a Palestinian state, promoting coexistence and security for both Israel and Palestine. Protests against the ongoing conflict were evident during Blinken's visit to Ramallah.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned israel's deliberate targeting of press and media personnel and their families in the occupied Palestinian territory. Additionally, the United Nations high commissioner expressed concern over Israeli ministers' remarks regarding the forcible transfer of Palestinians.

UN figures indicate that a significant portion of Gaza's population, approximately 85%, is estimated to be internally displaced by the end of 2023 due to the conflict. Qatar facilitated a weeklong ceasefire in November, resulting in the release of captives on both sides. israeli raids have caused extensive destruction in northern Gaza, with ground troops facing resistance from Hamas fighters in the region. (ILKHA)