The Palestinian ambassador to the UN broke down in tears on Wednesday as he pleaded with the Security Council to address the deepening crisis in Gaza. “I have grandchildren. I know what they mean to their families, and to see the situation of the Palestinians without us having hearts to do something is beyond the ability of any normal human being to tolerate,” Riyad Mansour said, his voice shaking. Mr Mansour also pounded the desk during his emotional speech to the council, condemned attacks on civilians, whether Palestinian or Israeli, and denounced what he called “double standards” in global responses.

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