Lazzarini calls for protection of all civilians in northern West Bank
New York, September 4 (Hibya) – The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, called for the immediate protection of all civilians, including those in the northern West Bank.
UNRWA Commissioner-General Lazzarini noted that Jenin had been devastated by violence and destruction for more than six days, stating:
"This situation is causing loss of life, including civilians, and serious damage to infrastructure. For more than 150 hours, people have faced Israeli military operations, armed clashes, and the use of explosives by Palestinian armed groups."
Lazzarini emphasized that residents have limited access to food, water, and medicine, adding: "UNRWA is working with local partners to deliver urgently needed humanitarian aid. I am calling for the immediate protection of all civilians, including in the northern West Bank."
Albania News Agency