Tuesday marked the two-year anniversary of Palestinian militant group Hamas’ attack on Israel that triggered the ongoing Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip.

Following are reactions from around the world:

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres:

“Two years ago today, Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups launched an abhorrent large-scale terror attack on Israel … Let us remember all those who were killed and suffered horrific violence.

“I’ve said it time and again, and I am repeating it today with even greater urgency: Release the hostages, unconditionally and immediately. End the suffering for all. This is a humanitarian catastrophe on a scale that defies comprehension. Put an end to the hostilities in Gaza, Israel and the region now…

“The recent proposal by U.S. President Donald J.

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