Palestinian Rights Commission calls for international investigation into home demolitions and forced evacuations in Hebron

The Palestinian Independent Commission for Human Rights (ICHR) has condemned Israeli military operations in Hebron, warning that the demolition of homes, forced evacuation of residential neighbourhoods and restrictions imposed on civilians may constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity, Anadolu reports. In a statement issued Sunday, the commission, also known as the Ombudsman, called for an immediate halt to the measures and an urgent international investigation, urging that those responsible be held accountable before international courts. The commission said Israeli forces had maintained closures around Hebron and its entrances following an armed operation on Friday, 23rd October, while ordering hundreds of Palestinian families to evacuate their homes. According to the statement, Israeli forces have demolished residential buildings and commercial facilities, […]