UN Palestinian Rights Committee Chair calls for restraint to avoid further loss of life – statement

7 October 2023, New York: Today, the UN Palestinian Rights Committee Chair, Ambassador Cheikh Niang issued the following statement on Committee’s official X account (previously known as Twitter).:

I am extremely concerned by the alarming security situation prevailing in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

I second the UN Secretary-General in strongly condemning the deadly attacks this morning by Palestinian militants, which have killed and injured many civilians in Israel. Attacks against civilians, including retaliations, are contrary to international law under any circumstance. I also join the Secretary-General’s call for restraint from all parties to avoid further loss of life.

This proves again that only negotiations based on the two-state solution will ensure a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.