Lebanon: UN rights chief adds voice to immediate ceasefire call
BEIRUT, Nov 26 (Reuters) – The United Nations human rights chief on Saturday called for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon and the wider Middle East region, following this month’s Israeli-Palestinian conflict and amid a flare-up in violence between Israel and Lebanon.
Michelle Bachelet, the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, said in a statement that she was “deeply concerned” by the recent escalation of violence in the Middle East, which has resulted in the deaths of civilians and the destruction of infrastructure.
“I call for an immediate ceasefire and an end to all violence in order to prevent further loss of life and suffering,” Bachelet said.
She also urged all parties to respect international law, including international humanitarian law, and to protect civilians.
“I remind all parties that those who commit serious violations of international humanitarian law may be held criminally responsible,” Bachelet said.
The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to meet on Monday to discuss the situation in Lebanon.
Tensions between Israel and Lebanon have been simmering for months, and the recent violence marks a significant escalation.
On Aug. 11, Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group, fired rockets at Israel in retaliation for an Israeli airstrike that killed two Hezbollah members in Syria.
Israel responded with airstrikes of its own, and the two sides exchanged fire for several days.
The violence between Israel and Lebanon has raised fears of a wider conflict in the region.
The United States has called for calm and restraint, and the United Nations has urged all parties to respect the ceasefire.
However, tensions remain high, and there are concerns that the situation could escalate further.
Lebanon: UN rights chief adds voice to immediate ceasefire call
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