UN condemns civilian deaths, urges swift probe into Nigeria, Chad airstrikes

Guardian | 13-05-2026 09:57pm |

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed deep concern over the civilian casualties resulting from airstrikes conducted by Nigerian forces in a market area. He has urged for independent investigations to be carried out to ascertain the circumstances surrounding these incidents. Additionally, the UN has highlighted the need for accountability and adherence to international humanitarian law in military operations. The call for a swift probe also extends to airstrikes conducted by Chadian forces, emphasizing the importance of protecting civilian lives during conflicts.

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