Geneva, March 18, 2025 (AFP) - UN rights chief 'horrified' by deadly Israel airstrikes in Gaza

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The United Nations rights chief voiced horror Tuesday at the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since a fragile ceasefire took effect in January, killing hundreds. "I am horrified by last night's Israeli airstrikes and shelling in Gaza, which killed hundreds, according to the Ministry of Health in the strip," Volker Turk said in a statement, adding that "This will add tragedy onto tragedy." nl/vog/js ...

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