I unequivocally condemn the massive strikes by Israel across Lebanon on 8 April that resulted in hundreds of civilians being killed & injured, including children.
With the announcement of the ceasefire between Iran & the USA, the ongoing military activity in Lebanon poses a grave risk to the ceasefire & the efforts toward a lasting & comprehensive peace in the region.
Hostilities must stop immediately.
International law must be respected.
Civilians & civilian objects must be protected at all times. Attacks against them are unacceptable.
There is no military solution to the conflict.
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