Yemen: Ban calls to halt operations after Saudi-led airstrikes destroy hospital
The strikes reportedly resulted in injuries to several people and the complete destruction of the facility, according to a statement issued by Ban’s spokesperson in New York.
The Secretary-General said that “hospitals and medical personnel are explicitly protected under international humanitarian law” and reminded all parties involved “to respect their obligations under international human rights law and international humanitarian law to prevent attacks against civilians and civilian objects.”
In his statement, Ban called for “a prompt, effective and impartial investigation in order to ensure accountability” and urged all parties in the Yemen conflict to immediately cease all operations, including airstrikes.
Photo: WHO Yemen
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