The UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Turk, has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation in Lebanon, where airstrikes have reportedly resulted in nearly 100 fatalities, including medics and civilians, amid ongoing regional conflict.
The UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Turk, has raised serious concerns over the recent escalation of violence in Lebanon, where airstrikes have resulted in nearly 100 fatalities, including women, children, and medics, according to reports. The incidents occurred between November 22-24, amid ongoing tensions in the region.
UN spokesperson Jeremy Laurence reported that at least 97 people lost their lives in the strikes, including seven paramedics. Since October 7, 2023, a total of 226 healthcare workers have been killed in the broader conflict. The verification of some recent casualties by UN monitors remains pending.
Israeli authorities state that military operations are aimed at neutralizing threats while striving to minimize harm to civilians. Allegations regarding the use of civilian areas for military purposes have been disputed by the parties involved.
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Lebanon’s cabinet will meet on Tuesday to discuss the arsenal of Hezbollah, following increased pressure from the United States for ministers to commit publicly to disarming the group, amid fears of renewed Israeli strikes if they fail to do so.
Lebanon has stepped up his calls for Hezbollah to disarm on Thursday, suggesting failure to do so would give Israel an excuse to continue attacks, saying the issue would be on the agenda of a cabinet meeting next week.
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