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UN voices grave concern over high casualties in Rio de Janeiro police operation, urges prompt investigation
Summary
The UN said it was 'gravely concerned' about the large number of casualties during a police operation in Rio de Janeiro and urged authorities to ensure use of force adheres to international human rights law and to conduct prompt investigation.
The United Nations spokesperson said the secretary-general is "gravely concerned by the large number of casualties during a police operation conducted yesterday in Rio De Janeiro." He stressed that the use of force in police operations must adhere to international human rights law and urged the authorities to undertake a prompt investigation.
The spokesperson did not provide additional operational details or casualty tallies during the briefing, saying only that the matter was under concern and that the UN had urged adherence to human rights standards.
