U.N. Chief Urges Israel to Halt Gaza Assault Amid War Crime Allegations
The U.N. Human Rights Chief has urged Israel to cease its military actions in Gaza City, citing mounting evidence of war crimes. High Commissioner Volker Turk highlighted the devastating impact on vulnerable groups and called for an end to the violence. Allegations of genocide were discussed but not formally declared.
On Tuesday, the U.N. Human Rights Chief called for an immediate halt to Israel's ground assault on Gaza City, citing increasing evidence of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
High Commissioner Volker Turk expressed grave concern for vulnerable populations, including women, malnourished children, and individuals with disabilities, urging a cessation of hostilities to stave off further harm.
A U.N. Commission of Inquiry has accused Israel of genocide, a claim igniting controversy as Israel dismissed the allegations. While Turk refrained from using the term genocide, he acknowledged the accumulation of potential war crimes.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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