15 May 2013

UNGA resolution no. 67/262 strongly condemns the continued escalation in the use of heavy weaponry by the Syrian authorities including indiscriminate bombardment with tanks and aircrafts, the use of ballistic missiles and indiscriminate weapons against residential centers. It further stresses the importance of ensuring accountability and putting an end to impunity and holding all those responsible for grave violations of the international humanitarian law and the international law of human rights to account. It also condemns attacks on humanitarian relief workers and medical staff and the use of civilian medical facilities for military purposes. It warns against the risks entailed in the increasing numbers of refugees and internally displaced persons due to acts of violence.