Dubbed the rules of war, the Geneva Conventions and their optional protocols set out specific rules and standards for the conduct of parties involved in armed conflicts, and require specific protections for civilians, civilian objects and humanitarians.Mr. Guterres pointed to the wars in Gaza and Sudan that have claimed tens of thousands of civilian lives and driven countless more from their homes.
"In most cases, there is no accountability. The perpetrators enjoy complete impunity. Meanwhile, vulnerable communities and countries are being pounded by the humanitarian and economic impacts of the climate crisis," he said.The UN chief highlighted that for millions suffering amidst crisis, the only"ray of hope" is humanitarian aid, often provided by the UN and partners on the ground, working to save lives and reduce suffering.
He urged them to use September's Summit of the Future to make bold commitments to ensure that people affected by humanitarian crises receive the assistance and protection they need.There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later., and will seek to ensure that we can better address the root causes of all forms of violence in the 21st century," he concluded.