Following the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, the UN secretary-general calls for a major increase in urgent humanitarian aid to alleviate the immense suffering of Palestinians. The humanitarian situation is at catastrophic levels. The deal promises the release of hostages and prisoners, as well as the return of displaced people to their homes. The UN chief emphasizes the need for broader objectives, such as ending the occupation and achieving a two-state solution, to ensure lasting peace and stability.