UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has warned that Israel’s conduct during the recent conflict in Lebanon may amount to war crimes. During a visit to Lebanon on Monday, Türk highlighted extensive civilian casualties, destroyed villages, and mass displacement as potential violations of international law. He specifically noted the widespread devastation of entire villages south of the Litani River, located approximately 30 kilometers from the Israeli border, rendering them uninhabitable. Türk stated his office has documented significant breaches of international law, with some potentially qualifying as war crimes. These observations raise serious concerns about the proportionality and necessity of Israel’s military operations. The UN is continuing to investigate the allegations and assess the full extent of the damage. The commissioner urged all parties to respect international humanitarian law and protect civilians.