By Abdulfatah Babatunde
Lagos, Jan. 19, ’25 (TNZ) UN Women has welcomed the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, including the hostage release deal, which went into effect today.
UN-Women made this declaration in a statement e-mailed to TheNewsZenith on Sunday.
“We join the Secretary-General in expressing hope that all parties will honour their commitments to ensure this agreement paves the way for a lasting peace.
“The news of the ceasefire brings relief for the one million women and girls, who have lived under continued bombardment, without safety in Gaza for the last 470 days.
“The news of the initial release of hostages brings immense relief to them and their families,” the UN agency stated.
According to the agency, the ceasefire agreement marks a crucial step towards stability and peace.
“Urgent humanitarian relief is needed throughout Gaza to alleviate the immense suffering.
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“The conflict has caused death and destruction on an unprecedented scale for everyone in Gaza. Women and girls were suffering from specific gendered vulnerabilities throughout it.”
It noted that women have been at the forefront of humanitarian responses and community action, serving as primary caregivers, heads of households and leaders in their communities.
“UN Women remains committed to working alongside women’s organisations and the women and families of Gaza.
“We will advocate for inclusive recovery efforts and their rights, safety, and dignity.
“May this be a turning point, where women and girls lead in healing, rebuilding and securing permanent peace in Palestine, Israel and the region.
“Together with the United Nations system, UN Women stands steadfast in supporting all efforts to promote peace and stability for all women and girls,” TheNewsZenith quotes the statement as read in part. (TNZ)
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