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Department of Public Information • News and Media Division • New York
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SECRETARY-GENERAL CONCERNED AT ESCALATION OF VIOLENCE IN GAZA, SOUTHERN ISRAEL
The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:
The Secretary-General is gravely concerned at the escalation of violence in Gaza and southern Israel today. He condemns the reported civilian casualties among Palestinians, including children, during Israeli military operations, and calls on Israel to abide by its obligations under international humanitarian law and human rights law. The Secretary-General also reiterates his condemnation of rocket fire against Israeli civilian targets. He urges all parties to exercise restraint.
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For information media • not an official record
Document Type: French text, Press Release, Secretary-General press release, Statement
Document Sources: Secretary-General, United Nations Department of Public Information (DPI)
Subject: Casualties, Children, Gaza Strip, Human rights and international humanitarian law, Incidents, Protection
Publication Date: 17/04/2008