{"id":2126192,"date":"2023-12-15T14:30:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T19:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/un-warns-flooding-hamas-tunnels-could-incur-severe-adverse-human-rights-impacts\/"},"modified":"2023-12-15T14:32:39","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T19:32:39","slug":"un-warns-flooding-hamas-tunnels-could-incur-severe-adverse-human-rights-impacts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/un-warns-flooding-hamas-tunnels-could-incur-severe-adverse-human-rights-impacts\/","title":{"rendered":"UN warns flooding of Hamas tunnels may have severe human rights consequences"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fun-warns-flooding-hamas-tunnels-could-incur-severe-adverse-human-rights-impacts%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2126192&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The United Nations Urges\u2064 Israel to Reconsider Flooding Hamas Tunnels with Seawater<\/h2>\n<p>The\u2062 United Nations is raising concerns over\u2062 Israel&#8217;s plan to flood Hamas tunnels with seawater, citing potential harm to civilians and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/epa-orders-railroad-company-at-center-of-east-palestine-disaster-to-halt-waste-removal\/\" title=\"EPA Orders Railroad Company At Center Of East Palestine Disaster To Halt Waste Removal\">long-term environmental damage<\/a>. The move, aimed at forcing Hamas militants above ground, has been under \u2063testing by Israel. While it remains uncertain whether the seawater plot will be implemented throughout the strip, Israel Defense Forces \u200bchief of staff Lt. Gen. \u2063Herzi Halevi expressed support for the idea.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Human Rights Implications and Civilian Protection<\/h3>\n<p>The\u2064 U.N. Human \u2062Rights Office\u2063 warns that flooding the tunnels with saltwater\u200d could have severe adverse effects on human \u2062rights,\u200b both in the short and long term. The availability of essential\u200d goods for civilian survival may be compromised, \u200band \u2064there is a risk of widespread \u2063and lasting environmental damage. The protection of civilians is of\u200c utmost \u200dimportance.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Hamas spokesman Osama Hamdan defended \u200dthe tunnels during a press conference, emphasizing their resilience against flooding. He stated that the tunnels were constructed by skilled engineers who \u200danticipated various attacks, including\u200d water pumping.\u2063 According \u200bto Hamdan, \u2063the tunnels \u200bare an integral part of the\u200d resistance movement, and all\u200b potential consequences have been taken into account.<\/p>\n<p>However, Clive\u200d Lipchin, director of the \u200cCenter\u200b for\u2063 Transboundary Water Management at the Arava Institute, raises concerns about the potential contamination of groundwater and its impact on future agriculture. Lipchin highlights the possibility of seawater mixing \u200dwith the groundwater, leading to increased salinity.<\/p>\n<p>In\u2064 2021, Hamas claimed to\u200c have built an extensive network\u2063 of tunnels\u2062 spanning over 300 miles beneath\u2064 Gaza&#8217;s cities, hospitals, and schools over the course of a decade. These tunnels pose a significant \u2063threat to Israeli ground forces, with some containing\u200d electricity and communication lines and being spacious enough for individuals to walk \u2063through.<\/p>\n<p>While flooding \u200cthe tunnels \u2064aligns with military strategy, Lipchin acknowledges that there are\u200b additional factors to consider beyond the military \u200cperspective.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here to read more from The Washington Examiner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ntsb-report-on-ohio-train-derailment-to-be-released-thursday\/\" title=\"NTSB Report on Ohio Train Derailment to Be Released Thursday\">potential long-term environmental consequences<\/a> \u2062of flooding \u2063the tunnels with seawater, and how could it \u200cimpact the local ecosystem and marine life?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  T is essential for Israel to prioritize its citizens&#8217; safety and security, the \u200cUnited Nations strongly urges the country to reconsider its plan to flood\u2063 Hamas tunnels with seawater. This action poses significant risks to civilians and could cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ukraine-dam-destroyed-zelensky-calls-it-mass-environmental-destruction\/\" title=\"Zelensky labels Ukraine dam destruction as 'environmental disaster'.\">severe environmental damage<\/a> in \u2063the long term.<\/p>\n<p>Israel&#8217;s \u200cintentions of flooding Hamas tunnels with seawater are aimed at bringing Hamas militants above ground and neutralizing their \u200dthreat. The efficacy of this tactic is being evaluated through testing. However, it is crucial to consider the potential repercussions of such an action on innocent civilians and the \u200cenvironment.<\/p>\n<p>The United Nations is deeply \u2063concerned about the potential harm that may be inflicted upon civilians living in close proximity \u200dto these\u200c tunnels. The vast majority of individuals living in\u2063 the area are innocent civilians,\u200d including women, children, and the \u200celderly\u200c who have \u2064no association with militant activities. Flooding the tunnels with seawater might lead to \u200dsignificant damage to their homes \u200cand even loss of life.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the long-term environmental consequences need to be taken into account. Flooding tunnels with seawater could result in pollution, affecting the local ecosystem and marine life. The \u200dfragile\u200c balance of\u2064 the surrounding environment\u200c and\u2064 its delicate ecosystems could be disrupted, leading to irreparable damage.<\/p>\n<p>It is crucial for Israel to explore alternative methods to neutralize the Hamas threat \u2064that would not endanger civilians or harm the environment. The United Nations encourages Israel to engage in dialogue and work towards finding a solution that respects international humanitarian law and\u200d ensures the protection of innocent lives.<\/p>\n<p>The United Nations also emphasizes the importance of engaging\u2063 in diplomatic efforts to address the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Sustainable, long-term solutions can only be achieved through \u2064peaceful negotiations and dialogue. All parties involved should prioritize \u200bfinding a comprehensive resolution that addresses the legitimate security concerns of Israel while also upholding the rights of Palestinians.<\/p>\n<p>The international community,\u2064 particularly the neighboring countries \u2064and regional powers, should utilize their diplomatic influence \u2064and offer assistance to \u200dfacilitate dialogue between Israel and Hamas. By supporting these negotiation efforts, we can collectively work\u2063 towards a lasting\u200d peace that ensures\u200d the security and well-being of both sides.<\/p>\n<p>In \u2063conclusion, while Israel&#8217;s concerns regarding the threat posed by Hamas are valid, the potential harm to civilians and long-term environmental damage resulting from the flooding of tunnels \u200bwith seawater cannot be undermined. The\u2062 United Nations\u200d strongly urges Israel to reconsider this plan and explore alternative methods that would\u200b safeguard innocent lives and protect the environment. By prioritizing negotiation and\u2062 diplomacy, a just and sustainable resolution \u2064to the conflict can be achieved, ensuring a peaceful future for both Israelis and Palestinians.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The UN urges Israel to avoid flooding Hamas tunnels with seawater, fearing harm to civilians. 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