The UN chief has warned that any stabilisation force in Gaza must have “full international legitimacy” to support Palestinians in Gaza.

In an interview with Al Jazeera on Tuesday, Guterres said the ceasefire achieved in the besieged and bombarded coastal enclave after “horrific suffering and famine” remained delicate and needs international guarantees.

“It is important the force that is created have full international legitimacy to deal with the parties and the population of Gaza,” he said.