Israel bars UN special rapporteur over Palestine remarks

Published February 12th, 2024 - 04:04 GMT
UN special rapporteur in Palestine
UN special rapporteur in Palestine, Francesca Albanese
Highlights
The ban prevents Albanese from conducting assessments on human rights violations in Palestine.

ALBAWABA- Israel has barred Francesca Albanese, the UN's special rapporteur on Palestinian territories, from entering the country following her remarks on October 7, as reported in the New Arab. 

The ban prevents Albanese from conducting assessments on human rights violations in Palestine.

Francesca Albanese, known for advocating Palestinian rights, is now unable to investigate on-the-ground conditions. Israel's decision highlights tensions over human rights issues in the region.

The ban raises concerns about freedom of expression and access to information. It comes amid international scrutiny of Israel's policies in the occupied Palestinian territories.

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