UN rights office says ‘gravely concerned’ by Israeli strikes on central Gaza

GENEVA — The United Nations says it’s “gravely concerned” by Israel’s continued bombardment of the central Gaza Strip and urges Israeli forces to take all available measures to protect civilians.

“We are gravely concerned about the continued bombardment of Middle Gaza by Israeli forces… all attacks must strictly adhere to the principles of international humanitarian law, including distinction, proportionality and precaution,” UN Human Rights Office spokesman Seif Magango says in a statement.

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