This remark by a UN official would certainly cause uproar. The right of nations to defend themselves against terrorist attacks is widely accepted and regarded as an inherent right, and any statement to the contrary would almost inevitably draw strong criticism from a large number of nations and individuals worldwide. Those defending this right often argue that denial of such a right amounts to condoning terrorism, and so any statement from a United Nations official claiming that Israel does not have that right would likely be met with widespread condemnation.
UN official causes uproar over claim that Israel doesn’t have right to defend itself against Hamas terrorists
