UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a message marking the third anniversary of a large-scale terror attack. The attack, which occurred on 7 October 2023, was launched by Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups against Israel. It resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals, with civilians being deliberately targeted.

The attack also involved the abduction of 251 people, including women, children, and the elderly, who were taken into the Gaza Strip as hostages. These hostages were subjected to horrific abuse, including torture, while in captivity. Further details of the attack and the Secretary-General's message are available from the source.

The Secretary-General has urged for a permanent ceasefire and allowance of humanitarian assistance at scale.