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Prime Minister Addresses Gaza Famine, Stresses Caution on State Recognition

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a United Nations-backed organization, has officially declared the presence of famine in Gaza. In light of this alarming development, New Zealand’s Prime Minister has addressed the nation, clarifying that the government will not hasten its decision regarding the recognition of a Palestinian state, despite Australia’s announcement to do so in September.
Speaking on Sunday, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of a thorough decision-making process. “We’re working through our own process and will have more to talk about that with respect to September,” he stated. He added that “each country is coming into its own view” regarding the situation.
Concerns Over Humanitarian Crisis
The Prime Minister condemned the ongoing military actions in Gaza City and the West Bank, which he believes are undermining the possibility of a two-state solution. He described the current conditions in Gaza as “unacceptable,” noting, “When you’re seeing famine validated and verified, examples of famine that have taken place in Gaza, that is something none of us want to see.”
He expressed frustration over the lack of international humanitarian access, stating that the global community has been calling for “unfettered humanitarian access now for 6-9 months.” The Prime Minister highlighted the dire circumstances, including the destruction of 94 percent of hospitals and 90 percent of Gaza being in ruins.
He pointedly remarked on Israel’s responsibility to facilitate the delivery of aid to Gaza. “When you’re seeing famine and so much dislocation… where do they go?” he questioned, urging that “there’s no free flow of aid and assistance coming in.”
Call for Ceasefire and Humanitarian Access
The Prime Minister has been vocally advocating for the immediate release of hostages and is calling for Israel to provide unhindered access for humanitarian agencies. He identified the United Nations and other neutral non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as crucial players in delivering the necessary aid to the affected population.
“Obviously, we need to get to a ceasefire solution very quickly and back to a two-state solution,” he concluded, underscoring the urgency of addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the broader implications for peace in the region.
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