# The United Nations secretary general António Guterres says Israel’s initial steps to militarily take over Gaza City signal a new and dangerous phase, warning against the devastating consequences. At least 62-thousand-263 people, including many children, have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 2023. Guterres says the Israeli military operations, settler violence, demolitions, and discriminatory policies are driving displacement and deepening vulnerability in Gaza:
UN chief says Israel’s attacks in Gaza are part of an endless catalogue of horrors [SOUND]
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