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UN human rights chief reminds Israel of 'obligation to spare civilian population'

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Israeli air operations have struck residential buildings, including large tower blocks, as well as schools and UN buildings across Gaza, resulting in civilian casualties, the UN human rights chief said on Tuesday.

“International humanitarian law is clear: the obligation to take constant care to spare the civilian population and civilian objects remains applicable throughout the attacks,” Reuters reports Volker Türk said in a statement.

In response to Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant’s announcement of a tightened blockade for Gaza, Türk said “sieges” that endanger the lives of civilians were prohibited under international law.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-10-10/israel-palestinian-conflict-latest-updates-live/102954538