Published November 01,2023
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is “appalled” by Israeli airstrikes on the Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza and condemned the killings of any civilian, his spokesman mentioned Wednesday.
Guterres “is appalled over the escalating violence in Gaza, including the killing of Palestinians, including women, children and Israeli airstrikes in residential areas of the densely populated Jabalia refugee camp,” Stephane Dujarric instructed reporters.
The assaults Tuesday led to lots of of casualties, in keeping with the Interior Ministry within the besieged enclave.
Dujarric mentioned Guterres reiterates that every one events should abide by worldwide regulation “and international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction, proportionality and precaution.”
“He condemns in the strongest terms, any killings of civilians,” mentioned the spokesman, including the UN chief calls for an finish to the violence in Gaza.
Guterres additionally urged “the immediate and unconditional release of all the hostages currently being held in Gaza and also for the entry of vital humanitarian assistance at a scale needed to meet the mounting needs of the Palestinian population,” mentioned Dujarric.
The Israeli military has expanded its air and floor assaults on the Gaza Strip, which has been below relentless airstrikes because the Palestinian group Hamas launched a shock cross-border offensive on Oct. 7.
More than 10,300 individuals have since been killed within the battle, together with at the very least 8,796 Palestinians and greater than 1,538 Israelis.
Source: www.anews.com.tr