The U.N. human rights chief, Volker Türk, has called for an independent investigation into mass explosions caused by detonating pagers in Lebanon and Syria. Türk expressed grave concern over the fear and terror caused by these incidents and urged world leaders to prioritize the rights of individuals to live in peace and security. The indiscriminate targeting of thousands of people, be it civilians or armed group members, without knowledge of the perpetrators or the location of the devices, is seen as a violation of international law.
While the statement did not attribute responsibility for the explosions, Türk emphasized the urgent need to protect civilians, especially in light of escalating violence following recent attacks in Israel. He stressed the importance of de-escalation and underscored the critical nature of prioritizing civilian safety in conflict zones.
