UN renews call to protect civilians, as deadly Israeli strike hits close to key Beirut hospital
Beirut, 14 July 2022 – The United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Joanna Wronecka, today strongly condemned the escalation of hostilities in southern Lebanon and called for an immediate cessation of all violence.
“I am deeply concerned by the reports of civilian casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure, including the dangerous proximity of an Israeli strike to the Al Zahraa Hospital in Beirut,” said Ms. Wronecka. “I reiterate the call for all parties to respect international humanitarian law and take all necessary measures to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.”
The Special Coordinator expressed her condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. She also called for accountability for those responsible for the violence.
“The situation in southern Lebanon remains extremely tense and volatile,” said Ms. Wronecka. “I urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from any actions that could further escalate the situation.”
The Special Coordinator reiterated the UN’s commitment to supporting Lebanon in its efforts to maintain stability and security. She called on all Lebanese actors to work together to address the root causes of instability and to find a sustainable solution to the crisis.
Background
On July 14, 2022, Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, killing at least two people and injuring several others. The strikes also caused damage to civilian infrastructure, including the Al Zahraa Hospital in Beirut. The hospital is a key medical facility that provides essential services to the local population.
The escalation of hostilities in southern Lebanon comes amid a period of heightened tensions between Israel and Lebanon. The two countries have been in a state of war since 1948, and the border between the two countries has been the scene of frequent clashes.
The United Nations has repeatedly called for an end to all violence in southern Lebanon and has urged all parties to respect international humanitarian law.
UN renews call to protect civilians, as deadly Israeli strike hits close to key Beirut hospital
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