01.04.2015 - 06:20 [ Ban Ki Moon, Generalsekretär der Vereinten Nationen ]

Secretary-General, Concerned over Reported Civilian Casualties in Yemen, Recalls Humanitarian Law Principles of ‘Proportionality, Distinction, Precaution’

The Secretary-General reminds all parties involved in military operations in Yemen of their obligations under international humanitarian law to ensure the protection of civilians. This includes the strict adherence to the principles of proportionality, distinction and precaution.