Mediators have finally been able to broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas after more than 15 months of war in Gaza. The conflict began with a bloody terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas militants on October 7,

It comes as Israeli strikes have killed dozens in Gaza ahead of the truce which is expected to take effect on Sunday.

Christiane Amanpour speaks with Tom Fletcher, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, about a ceasefire in Gaza and his visit to Ukraine.

The United Nations says it’s ready to ramp up the delivery of desperately needed humanitarian aid to Gaza after a ceasefire agreement and urged the removal of major security and political obstacles so it can reach all those in need.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Wednesday it was "imperative" the newly struck Gaza ceasefire removes obstacles to aid deliveries as he welcomed the deal that includes a prisoner and hostage exchange.

An Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal expected to take effect on Sunday has sparked hope for life-saving aid to reach Palestinians, but aid agencies warn of obstacles from destroyed infrastructure, massive need and collapsed law and order.

UN chief Antonio Guterres has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, describing the deal as a "critical first step and urging parties to seize this opportunity to establish a credible political path to a better future for Palestinians,

The UN Secretary-General has welcomed Wednesday’s announcement of a deal to secure a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza following 15 months of war.

The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.

UN relief agencies and humanitarians, led by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the Gaza ceasefire accord reac

Israel-Hamas ceasefire brings hope for aid to Palestinians, but challenges remain in delivering life-saving assistance.

After the signing of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, the emergency sector began to hope for “safe and unimpeded” access to the Palestinian enclave to deliver as much humanitarian aid as possible. But nothing is guaranteed.