The United Nations is warning that further violence between Israel and Iran-aligned groups could escalate into a devastating conflict, with UN political affairs chief Rosemary DiCarlo urging diplomacy to avoid such a scenario. Israel recently conducted air raids in Lebanon, which the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said violated international law and could be considered a war crime. Turk called for an independent investigation and accountability for those responsible. Deputy US Ambassador to the UN Robert Wood emphasized the importance of all parties complying with international humanitarian law to protect civilians. Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated from homes on both sides of the Israel-Lebanon border, as conflict continues to escalate. The situation is further complicated by ongoing conflict in Gaza, where Israel is engaged in a devastating war that has resulted in the deaths of thousands of Palestinians. It is essential for all parties to refrain from actions that could trigger a larger, destructive war in the region.
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