The UN secretary general, António Guterres, has called for a humanitarian ceasefire and “action to end this godawful nightmare” in Gaza.

Addressing a peace summit in Cairo, Mr Guterres said that “nothing can justify” Hamas’ attack on Israel, but it did not justify the “collective punishment” of the Palestinian people.

A two-state solution is the only hope for peace, he said. “The time has come for action. Action to end this God awful nightmare.”

The UN chief said that while he was grateful for the 20 trucks of aid that entered Gaza today, much more needs to be allowed in. 

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