UN Chief Condemns Attacks in Ukraine, Warns of Rising Civilian Toll
A UN spokesman said all attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure violate international humanitarian law, wherever they occur.
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The United Nations chief has condemned attacks in Ukraine and warned of a rising toll on civilians, according to a statement from his spokesman.
"All attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure wherever they occur are a violation of international humanitarian law," the spokesman said.
Broader context
The statement reflects the United Nations' continued focus on the protection of civilians amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The report did not specify a particular incident that prompted the statement, nor did it provide updated casualty figures.
The UN has repeatedly called on all parties to the conflict to abide by international humanitarian law and to take steps to protect civilian populations and infrastructure.
Sources
- UN chief condemns attacks in Ukraine, warns of rising civilian toll — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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