UN Official Hails Qatar's Role in Alleviating Suffering of Palestinian People

Head of Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in the Occupied Palestinian Territory James Heenan praised the State of Qatar for its remarkable and important role in support of the Palestinian people. 
In an interview with Qatari daily (Arrayah), Heenan highlighted Qatar's support for building a strong Palestinian State and its contributions to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people living under occupation for more than sixty years. 
He noted that the Qatari role is not limited to the material support but it is also keen on preserving human rights in a strong Palestinian state. 
Asked about the Israeli and US current positions towards the UN-backed two-state solution, the UN official said that this is a political issue while the OHCHR focuses on human rights issues, documenting violations and providing assistance for those affected, However, he affirmed the UN firmed commitment to the two-states solutions and its continued support for the principle as the best way to establish enduring peace in the region. 
Heenan hailed Doha hosting of the International Conference on Human Rights Approach to Conflict Situations in the Arab Region which was a valuable opportunity to gather all parties concerned with human rights issues, including governments, civil societies, international organizations and research centers. 
He noted that the discussions during the conference sessions and workshops were characterized by diversity of attitudes and opinions which is positive, and were based on freedom of opinion and mutual respect. 
 

Source: QNA