United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the Beijing Declaration issued by Hamas and other Palestinian factions regarding the formation of a "national unity government," describing it as a "significant step towards enhancing Palestinian unity," according to his spokesperson.
Speaking to reporters, Stéphane Dujarric conveyed Guterres' message: "All steps towards unity are welcomed and encouraged. Palestinian unity is crucial for achieving peace and security, advancing the Palestinian people’s aspirations for self-determination, and establishing a fully sovereign Palestinian state." He added that the Secretary-General called on Palestinian factions to "overcome their differences through dialogue."