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6
December
2023

Secretary-General invokes Article 99 over Gaza crisis

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📅 6 December 2023 📍 Palestine

UN Secretary-General António Guterres invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter in a letter warning the Security Council that the situation in Gaza threatened international peace and security and that the humanitarian system risked collapse. The provision allows the Secretary-General to bring to the Council’s attention matters that may threaten peace. This rare step elevated pressure on the Council but could not compel a ceasefire or override a veto.

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António Guterres

Civilians in Gaza

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United Nations Secretary-General

United Nations Security Council