Statement by the United Nations Deputy Special Coordinator 
for the Middle East Peace Process, Mr. James W. Rawley 

on the death of Palestinians in recent security-related incidents in the West Bank 

Jerusalem, 11 March 2014



The Deputy Special Coordinator is deeply concerned by reports that three Palestinians died in separate security-related incidents in the West Bank within a 24-hour period, including two shot dead.  We urge that thorough investigations be conducted into all such cases, welcoming steps taken to this effect, and that accountability for any violations of international law be ensured. We call on all concerned to demonstrate restraint and work towards de-escalating tensions. 

ENDS 


Document symbol: Rawley_PalDeaths
Document Type: Press Release, Statement
Document Sources: United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO)
Subject: Casualties, Human rights and international humanitarian law, Incidents, Security issues
Publication Date: 11/03/2014