UN envoy condemns 'shocking murder' of abducted IDF soldier

The top United Nations official for the Middle East peace process condemned the abduction and killing of off-duty Israeli soldier Tomer Hazan, and emphasized the need for calm on the ground during this “critical moment” in the political efforts.

In a statement, the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Robert Serry, said the “shocking murder follows a series of violent incidents in the West Bank.” (Ynet)