UN calls on Israel to end unlawful killings of Palestinians in occupied West Bank

The United Nations has called on Israel to end unlawful killings of Palestinians in occupied West Bank.

Commenting on a new report on the West Bank released by his office, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk warned the human rights situation in the West Bank is worsening, amid levels of violence not seen in years.

Volker Turk expressed concern on Israel’s use of military means and weapons by law enforcement, movement restrictions affecting Palestinians resulting in the displacement of herding communities.

Turk said that the dehumanization of Palestinians that characterizes many of the settlers’ actions is very disturbing and must cease immediately.

The UN senior official called on Israel to investigate the incidents, prosecute perpetrators and protect Palestinian communities against any form of forcible transfer.