UN Secretary General pledges support to Palestinian unity government

The United Nations Secretary General, pledged support to the Palestinian unity government that was formed between the Palestinian Authority and Hamas, during a visit to Gaza on Tuesday, reports Reuters.

“We stand by you, the international community supports your government’s efforts to assume the security and governance responsibility in Gaza," said Ban Ki Moon.


The secretary general on Monday, criticised Israel for building settlements on land that Palestinians claimed for an independent state, whilst urging both sides to resume meaningful peace talks.


Ki-Moon further condemned the destruction caused by Israeli bombing of Gaza in this year’s 50 day war.


A conference in Cairo on Sunday raised $5.4 billion to support the Palestinian unity government budget in its recovery efforts.

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