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UN Human Rights Chief Condemns US Strikes on Drug Traffickers off South America

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk condemned US strikes against suspected drug traffickers off South America as 'unacceptable', citing violations of international law.


UN Human Rights Chief Condemns US Strikes on Drug Traffickers off South America

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk stated on Friday that US strikes against suspected drug traffickers off the coast of South America are 'unacceptable'. He emphasized that such actions violate international law and the right to life. The High Commissioner called on the US to cease such operations and comply with international law norms. This statement was made in the wake of recent incidents that resulted in civilian casualties.