UN Calls Israel’s Threats to Expel Gazans Over Kite-Flying Outrageous
· World · The Hindu, NDTV, Al Jazeera
The United Nations condemned Israel’s threats to expel residents from Gaza areas where kites, drones, and balloons are launched, calling the rhetoric “unacceptable”. UN rights spokeswoman Ravina Shamdasani described the threats, linked to children flying kites, as “outrageous”. Israel warned Hamas on Sunday that it would escalate operations in Gaza if such launches continued, citing recent incidents. Hamas denied responsibility, stating the kites were flown by children seeking joy amidst the conflict. Israel’s military reported recovering around 10 kites near the Gaza border in recent days, none carrying explosives.
Why it matters
The escalation risks worsening tensions in Gaza, directly affecting civilians, particularly children, and complicating efforts toward regional stability.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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