Un Human Rights Body Criticizes Israeli Attacks

Attacks on civilian homes are not legitimate, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights said during a special session on Gaza on Wednesday.



Addressing the UN in Geneva, Navi Pillay said: "Civilian homes are not legitimate targets unless they are being used for, or contribute to, military purposes at the time in question."



"In case of doubt, civilian homes are presumed not to be legitimate targets. Even where a home is identified as being used for military purposes, any attack must be proportionate, offer a definite military advantage in the prevailing circumstances at the time, and precautions must be taken."



At least 655 Palestinians and 31 Israelis have been killed since Israel launched Operation Protective Shield on July 7.



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