Harris meets with U.N. chief over Gaza help, Ukraine

Vice President Kamala Harris met with U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Thursday at a synthetic intelligence summit within the U.Okay. to debate methods to hurry help to folks affected by the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

The assembly in Bletchley Park unfolded as Mr. Guterres warned of a deteriorating scenario for civilians within the Gaza Strip.

The White House and U.N. say help will not be reaching residents quick sufficient, although the Biden administration is balancing its considerations in Gaza with reassurances it helps Israel’s proper to counter Hamas’ bloodbath final month in Israel.

“The vice president reaffirmed Israel’s right and duty to defend itself following the appalling Hamas terrorist attack of Oct. 7 as well as the importance of respecting international humanitarian law,” a White House readout of the assembly stated.

The pair mentioned methods to spice up the supply of meals, drugs and water to the Hamas-controlled territory, in line with a White House official. 

Ms. Harris’ workplace stated the pair didn’t focus on a current Israeli airstrike on a Gaza refugee camp.

The assembly additionally centered on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and assist for Kyiv.

“The vice president underscored the importance of continuing to provide support to the people of Ukraine,” the readout stated. “They also discussed the situation in Haiti and the importance of mobilizing international support for a multinational security support mission there.”