So, the grave concerns of the stunned snowflakes is over a rumor!
I believe a good rule of thumb for anyone interested in judging the value of a story posted on FR is to begin with the source. In this case we have the BBC — which is presently about as trustworthy as MSNBC. Then we have its source, a UN official. Again, about as trustworthy as NBC. Then we have the reporting time frame — days after the so-called event. Finally, barring quotes, or names of individuals involved, one is dependent on hearsay. In the final analysis, did this event transpire as advertised? Who knows.