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OHCHR spokesperson Thameen Al-Kheetan added that the Israeli military operation in and around the Jenin refugee camp had involved \u201cdisproportionate\u201d use of force, including airstrikes and shootings that reportedly targeted unarmed residents.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe deadly Israeli operations in recent days raise serious concerns about unnecessary or disproportionate use of force, including methods and means developed for war fighting, in violation of international human rights law<\/strong>, norms and standards applicable to law enforcement operations.\u201d<\/p>\nOHCHR verified that at least 12 Palestinians \u2013 most reportedly unarmed \u2013 have been killed since Tuesday and a further 40 injured. Those injured include a doctor and two nurses, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent.<\/p>\n
Obligation to protect civilians<\/h2>\n
Mr. Al-Kheetan reiterated that Israel, as the occupying power, has a responsibility under international law to protect civilians living under occupation<\/strong>.<\/p>\nHe stressed the need for investigations into alleged unlawful killings, warning that a lack of accountability risks perpetuating violence.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll killings in a law enforcement context must be thoroughly and independently investigated and those responsible for unlawful killings must be held to account<\/strong>,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\u201cBy persistently failing, over the years, to hold accountable members of its security forces responsible for unlawful killings, Israel is not only violating its obligations under international law, but risks encouraging the recurrence of such killings,\u201d he warned.<\/p>\n
Impact on communities<\/h2>\n
The ongoing violence has displaced over 3,000 families in Jenin, and essential services such as water and electricity have been severely disrupted for weeks.<\/p>\n
The Israeli military has closed off major entrances to Palestinian cities, including Hebron, restricting movement, and paralyzing daily life<\/strong>. Thirteen new iron gates have reportedly been installed at other towns\u2019 entrances across the West Bank.<\/p>\nBriefing the Security Council on Thursday, UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher also warned of record-high levels of casualties, displacement and access restrictions, since October 2023.<\/p>\n
Settler violence and settlement expansion<\/h2>\n
Beyond military operations, there has been an uptick in settler attacks on Palestinian villages and the stoning of vehicles, in which several Palestinians have been injured.<\/p>\n
Houses and vehicles have been set on fire, according to the OHCHR spokesperson.<\/p>\n
He also voiced concern over some Israeli officials\u2019 repeated comments about plans for further settlement expansion \u2013 in breach of international law.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe call for an immediate end to the violence in the West Bank. We also call on all parties, including third States with influence, to do everything in their power to ensure peace is achieved in the region,\u201d Mr. Al-Kheetan stated.<\/p>\n
He reiterated High Commissioner Volker T\u00fcrk\u2019s call for Israel to halt settlement expansion and evacuate all settlements as required by international law.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe call on all parties, including third States with influence, to do everything in their power to ensure peace is achieved in the region<\/strong>,\u201d Mr. Al-Kheetan urged.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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