United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his support for the newly implemented ceasefire in Gaza on Sunday, highlighting the necessity to remove "significant security and political obstacles" that have hindered the delivery of humanitarian aid.

In a statement posted on the social media platform X, Guterres affirmed, "We stand ready to support this implementation & scale up the delivery of sustained humanitarian relief to the countless Palestinians who continue to suffer."

This statement comes on the heels of U.S. President Joe Biden's announcement that approximately 700 aid trucks are expected to enter the Gaza Strip on this day alone, signaling a significant increase in humanitarian assistance following the ceasefire.

The ceasefire agreement, which aims to halt the violence that has ravaged Gaza for over 15 months, is seen as a critical opportunity to address the dire humanitarian situation. Guterres's call to action underscores the urgency of ensuring that aid reaches those in desperate need without further delays or political impediments.

The international community watches closely as efforts to stabilize Gaza and provide relief to its beleaguered population begin to take effect, with hopes that this ceasefire could pave the way for lasting peace and reconstruction in the region. (ILKHA)