Demand for UN Resolution

During a press briefing on Monday, Danon voiced strong dissatisfaction with the lack of action from global powers, stating, “We demand justice for all of them to come back, and the UN must pass a resolution condemning Hamas.” He added that since the onset of hostilities on October 7, the UN has not yet sanctioned any resolution explicitly condemning the group.

Danon’s comments highlight a perceived double standard within the UN framework. He noted, “The UN has convened countless emergency meetings on Israel and continuously passed resolutions addressing our actions, yet when terrorists massacre infants and children, then mutilate their bodies, the UN remains silent.”

This sentiment follows the grim recovery of the remains of Shiri Bibas, Ariel Bibas, Kfir Bibas, and Oded Lifshitz, which serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of the ongoing conflict.

UN Secretary-General’s Response

In response to Danon’s call, the spokesperson for UN Secretary-General, Stéphane Dujarric, acknowledged the situation, stating, “Even in the absence of such a resolution, the Secretary-General has publicly condemned Hamas’ terrorist actions over 100 times since October 7.” This statement, however, sparked further debate regarding the efficacy and impact of such condemnations without concrete resolutions.

Dujarric described Hamas’ actions involving the display of hostages’ bodies as “abhorrent and appalling,” reinforcing the international community’s stance against such inhumane acts. He reiterated the need for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of the Bibas children, which the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have alleged were brutally murdered.

According to IDF spokesperson Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, forensic analyses point toward “bare hands” being used in the murder, with Danon claiming the bodies were further mutilated to misrepresent them as victims of an airstrike—a counter-claim attributed to Hamas in November.

Commemoration and International Solidarity

The aftermath of these revelations brought the community together in mourning as a memorial was held for the Bibas family and Oded Lifshitz. Danon delivered an emotional tribute, stating, “This grief will echo through Jewish history. We will never forget. We will never forgive.” The poignant event included a video montage that depicted the lives of the Bibas family before and during the traumatic events of October 7.

In an expression of international solidarity, Argentina’s UN Ambassador, Francisco Fabián Tropepi, also spoke at the memorial, underlining the importance of keeping the memory of these atrocities alive and ensuring that those responsible do not go unpunished. “October 7 was not just another incident in this ongoing conflict—it was an act of unprecedented brutality,” he declared.

Given that the Bibas family held Argentine citizenship, President **Javier Milei** announced two days of national mourning to honor their memory. In a show of appreciation, Israeli Prime Minister **Benjamin Netanyahu** took to social media to thank Milei, labeling his declaration “an inspiration to all leaders of the civilized world.”

The Path Forward

Concluding the memorial event, Tropepi made a solemn promise: “We will not cease our efforts until every hostage is returned from Gaza, until Hamas is defeated, and until the world fully grasps the horrors these victims endured.”

This statement encapsulates the ongoing resolve not only from Israel but also from various international leaders committed to addressing these grave injustices. The lack of UN resolutions condemning Hamas has become a focal point for advocates calling for justice and accountability as the violence continues to shape the landscape of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.