© Adobe Stock/S. Kelin The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Oman and Iran. UN human rights chief again calls on US and Iran for ceasefire Peace and Security
The resumption of large-scale hostilities between the United States and Iran is a serious blow to civilians in the Middle East and undermines efforts to achieve peace. This was stated by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, calling on the parties to immediately return to compliance with the ceasefire.
Turk expressed concern about reports of Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, US strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure, and Iranian strikes on civilian targets in other countries in the region.
“These attacks must stop immediately. All parties have an obligation to respect and ensure respect for international humanitarian law, including taking all necessary measures to protect civilians and civilian objects,” the High Commissioner said.
He also called on the parties to promptly conduct independent investigations into all alleged violations.
Consequences of the Hormuz closure Strait
Reports of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are particularly troubling because of the possible consequences for human rights far beyond the region. This vital transport route provides supplies on which millions of people around the world depend. limits.
“Priority must be given to diplomacy, restraint and de-escalation. “I call for an immediate return to the ceasefire between Iran and the United States and its enforcement in accordance with international law,” he said.