The debate is scheduled to continue until Monday, with a break on Sunday.
“We will not remain silent and watch as apartheid is perpetrated against others in Gaza as Israel continues its collective punishment of the Palestinians,” he stated.
No fewer than 150 world leaders are attending the largest diplomatic gathering after two years of virtual and hybrid summits.
“Lower the temperature — now,” said Mr Guterres. “Don’t flood the world today; don’t drown it tomorrow.”
Leaders from Ghana, Gabon Verde, Democratic Republic of Congo and Central African Republic will also be speaking.
