The Independent

UN calls for ‘credible investigation’ into Gaza mass graves

Source: Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

The United Nations has called for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” of mass graves uncovered at two major hospitals in Gaza that were raided by Israeli troops.

Credible investigators must have access to the sites, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric told reporters on Tuesday, and added that more journalists need to be able to work safely in Gaza.

Earlier on Tuesday, UN human rights chief Volker Türk said he was in and Nasser Hospital in the southern city of as well as the reported discovery of mass graves in and around the facilities after the left.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from The Independent

The Independent2 min read
Mandatory Evacuations Underway As 900-acre Wildfire Rages Near Yosemite National Park
A 900-acre fire is burning through Mariposa County, California, near Yosemite National Park, prompting evacuations and forcing a local hospital to shelter in place. The French Fire began just after 6 pm on Thursday. It was 15 percent contained as of
The Independent3 min read
‘Monumental’: British Indians reflect on Rishi Sunak as UK’s first Asian PM
British Indians have shared their “mixed views” on Rishi Sunak’s “incredible achievement” becoming the UK’s first Asian prime minister. Mr Sunak tendered his resignation as prime minister to the King on Friday morning, with Sir Keir Starmer taking to
The Independent3 min read
Stock Market Today: With US Markets Closed, Asian Shares Slip And European Shares Gain
Asian shares were mostly lower on Friday after solid gains in Europe overnight, while U.S. markets were closed for the July 4th holiday. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 topped 41,000 early Friday but then fell back from Thursday’s record close of 40,91

Related Books & Audiobooks