"Such military actions in densely populated areas, as well as the demolition of Palestinian homes, cannot be accepted as a legitimate means of self-defence and violate international humanitarian law," spokesman Fred Eckhard said in a statement on Israel's military action in the Jabalya refugee camp earlier today.
"The Secretary-General once again wishes to remind Israel of its obligations in this regard, and in particular of the need to protect the lives of civilians," he added.
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