1125 GMT — UN rights office ‘deeply concerned’ about unlawful use of deadly force in Jenin
The United Nations human rights office said it was “deeply concerned” by the illegal use of lethal force in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank.
Spokesman Tameen al-Khitan said: “Israel’s deadly operations in recent days involve methods and means developed for combat, in violation of international human rights law, the norms and standards applicable to law enforcement operations. “This raises serious concerns about unnecessary or unreasonable use of force.” He spoke at a United Nations conference in Geneva.
Alkitan said these operations included multiple airstrikes and random shootings against unarmed populations seeking refuge or safety, reminding Israel of its responsibility as an occupying power. .
At least 12 Palestinians have been killed and 40 injured by Israeli security forces since Tuesday, most of them unarmed, the UN rights office said.
“By failing for years to hold those responsible for its security forces accountable for its unlawful killings, Israel is not only violating its obligations under international law but also risks encouraging a recurrence of such killings. “There is,” the spokesperson emphasized.
