The UN Human Rights Office has urgently called for an end to the violence perpetrated by Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank. This statement comes amid a context of increasing hostility in the region, where over 1,000 Palestinians, including 215 children, have lost their lives at the hands of Israeli security forces and settlers since the outbreak of the conflict in Gaza more than two years ago.
The report from the office warns of imminent demolition orders that could lead to the forced eviction of historic Palestinian communities, such as Umm Al Khair. Thameen Al-Keetan, the office spokesperson, emphasized the need for settlers and security force members participating in these acts of violence to be brought to justice. He also reminded of the crucial ruling by the International Court of Justice demanding an end to illegal Israeli presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
In Gaza, humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate, marked by military operations and attacks on residential buildings, especially in cities such as Khan Younis and Gaza. The office insists that the protection of civilians and respect for human rights must be a priority, regardless of the existence of a ceasefire.
On another front, the UN mission in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL, has condemned Israeli bombings that violate Resolution 1701 in its area of operations, jeopardizing not only regional stability but also the lives of civilians. UNIFIL has demanded that Israel halt these hostile actions and has called on all parties involved to avoid escalating the conflict.
In the Caribbean, the situation is critical following Hurricane Melissa, which has left over 900,000 children in Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic in need of urgent assistance. Of this total, 679,000 require immediate help. In Cuba, more than 400,000 minors are affected, and UNICEF is working to restore access to drinking water and rehabilitate school infrastructure. However, the organization urgently requires $56 million to continue its work in the region.
Finally, the UN Human Rights Council has expressed its dissatisfaction with the decision by the United States not to participate in its Universal Periodic Review, a mutual human rights assessment process among countries. This is the first time the United States has refused to undergo this review, which has been rescheduled for 2026, although the possibility of an earlier examination remains open if the country chooses to cooperate again.
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