Six people died and 27 others sustained injuries when an Israeli airstrike struck Nasser Hospital in Gaza, triggering an urgent international warning as winter conditions deteriorate.
The strike caused extensive damage to the medical facility, according to the United Nations Special Coordinator ad interim for the Middle East Peace Process, Ramiz Alakbarov. Alakbarov reiterated the obligation under international humanitarian law to protect medical personnel and facilities.
The escalation threatens the fragile ceasefire currently holding in the enclave. Alakbarov called for rapid, safe, and unimpeded humanitarian access to address worsening conditions marked by severe flooding and falling temperatures.
Aid deliveries must prioritize shelter and winterization supplies for displaced populations. Alakbarov urged the full implementation of the Comprehensive Plan for Gaza alongside Security Council resolution 2803.
The Special Coordinator ad interim is deeply alarmed by the Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza last night, which killed six people, injured 27 others, and caused extensive damage to the facility. Under international humanitarian law, all parties are obliged to protect…
Climate Resilience in Central Africa
Climate adaptation financing must support early warning systems, social cohesion and conflict-sensitive governance to protect vulnerable populations in Central Africa, according to a United Nations official.
Mabaye Dia, Climate, Peace and Security Adviser at the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa, spoke on November 12 at a COP31 side event in Antalya, Türkiye. The African Development Bank and the African Union organized the gathering.
“Investing in climate resilience also means investing in peace, particularly in fragile and conflict-affected settings,” Dia told the event, as reported by UNOCA.
Dia emphasized that cross-border cooperation and direct community participation remain essential for stabilizing the region.
Democratic Milestones in The Gambia
Stakeholders in The Gambia signed the Janjanbureh Peace Accord on November 12 ahead of the presidential elections scheduled for December 5.
Barrie Freeman, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the West Africa and the Sahel, attended the signing ceremony. She praised the various participants for their work in moving the voting procedure forward while pointing out the nation’s democratic advancements since the 2016 elections.
Freeman reaffirmed UNOWAS’ continued support for peace and democracy in The Gambia. She encouraged political parties to uphold their commitments to a peaceful, inclusive, transparent and credible electoral process.
Political Roadmaps in Libya
On November 12 in Paris, French officials held discussions with Hanna Tetteh, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). The discussions focused on Libya’s political, security, and economic developments and international support for the UN-facilitated political roadmap.
At the same time within Libya, Deputy Special Representative Stephanie Koury held talks with members of the Fezzan Women’s Political Movement regarding the inclusion of women in political choices, municipal administration, and participatory elections.
In addition, Koury met with Libya’s National Council for Civil Liberties and Human Rights to talk about ways to boost its autonomy and impact, such as passing laws to regulate its operations. These engagements showed UNSMIL’s continued support for a Libyan-led political process, inclusive participation and stronger national institutions.
