'Ethnic cleansing' concerns over West Bank operation - UN

UN-mandated investigators alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes in the West Bank, claims Israel rejected. Separately, UN officials raised concerns about displacement during Israel’s operation in Hebron; the municipality said 3,189 people had been forced from their homes.

• The commission said Israeli forces committed crimes against humanity and war crimes in the West Bank; Israel’s foreign ministry rejected the report’s allegations.· 1 source
• The Hebron municipality said 3,189 people had been displaced during the operation in the city.· 2 sources
• UN rights chief Volker Türk said displaced residents must be allowed to return and raised concerns about demolitions and threats to empty neighbourhoods.· 1 source