UN human rights chief says Israel must end house demolitions and occupation in Lebanon
Summary
The United Nations human rights chief called on Israel to stop occupying parts of southern Lebanon and to end the demolition of homes there. This statement came just before Lebanese and Israeli officials are set to hold talks to implement a deal involving troop withdrawals and disarmament efforts.Key Facts
- UN human rights chief Volker Türk visited Lebanon to meet officials and displaced people from the war involving Israel and Hezbollah.
- Talks between Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to begin soon in Rome to enforce a framework deal made in June.
- The deal plans for Lebanese troops to deploy in southern Lebanon and for Israel to withdraw its forces; Hezbollah is expected to disarm but refuses.
- Volker Türk said some Israeli actions might be considered war crimes, highlighting widespread destruction of civilian homes.
- Israel claims its military targets Hezbollah fighters and weapons hidden among civilians.
- The recent conflict began after Hezbollah fired rockets following U.S.-Israeli attacks linked to the Iran war.
- Over 4,000 people were killed and 1.2 million displaced during the fighting in Lebanon.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun supports the agreement but warns Israeli occupation and demolitions may harm the peace process.
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