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The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has expressed alarm over the use of lethal force in operations against drug trafficking, particularly focusing on a recent attack carried out by the United States on a vessel off the coast of Venezuela. UN spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani stated that “people should not be killed for using, trafficking, or selling drugs,” highlighting the urgent need for state responses in the fight against drug trafficking to adhere to international human rights law.
During a press conference in Geneva, Shamdasani emphasized that it is crucial for security forces to operate within the frameworks established by international law. She pointed out that the intentional use of lethal force should only be considered as a last resort, acceptable only in situations where there is an imminent threat to life.
Additionally, the spokesperson stressed that any loss of life occurring during security operations must be subject to an independent, prompt, and transparent investigation. This, according to her, reinforces the need for accountability in such circumstances.
This statement comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an attack carried out by U.S. armed forces in the southern Caribbean. According to Trump, the attacked vessel originated from Venezuela and was carrying drugs to the United States, resulting in the deaths of 11 people. This incident has sparked intense debate about the legitimacy and repercussions of the use of force in the fight against drug trafficking.
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via: MiMub in Spanish
