Brazil calls for UN Security Council meeting over situation in Israel
Brazil calls for UN Security Council meeting (photo: Getty Images)
The Government of Brazil has condemned the series of explosions and ground attacks carried out by Hamas militants in Israel on October 7. In light of the escalating situation, the government is calling for a meeting of the United Nations Security Council, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil.
"The Government of Brazil condemns the series of explosions and ground attacks that occurred today in Israel from the Gaza Strip, resulting in the loss of at least 20 Israeli citizens and leaving more than 500 injured. Brazil expresses condolences to the families of the victims and stands in solidarity with the people of Israel," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.
According to the ministry, the Brazilian government calls on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid an escalation of the situation.
"As the current President of the United Nations Security Council, Brazil will convene an emergency meeting of this body," stated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The situation in Israel
Today, Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip launched an attack on Israel. Tel Aviv has stated its "readiness for war" in response to these actions.
All information about the morning attack from the Gaza Strip on Israeli territory can be found in the article by RBC-Ukraine.
