de-escalation

It appealed for an "immediate de-escalation" and called on all parties to ensure the protection of civilians, civilian infrastructure and humanitarian operations.

Academics and community leaders have called for de-escalation and mutual understanding.

Although acknowledging that Lopez was armed, “the feasibility of using de-escalation tactics or other alternatives should have been considered prior to using force,” the chief wrote in a report to the Police Commission.

“The logo of a skull with blood-red eye sockets and lightning bolts does not inspire confidence that the subgroup values de-escalation and constitutional policing.”

Western and regional powers - led by the US - have pushed for de-escalation.