My colleagues from our international law bureau would be quick to state that there is no precise definition of ethnic cleansing under international law, although it can constitute an element or an aspect of crimes against humanity or war crimes. Such a determination would need to be made by an authorized legal body, given that there are very precise definitions for those crimes.
What is crystal clear, though, is that we have seen the 10-month blockade and the use of military force, and we have seen the population forced to flee because of their legitimate fear for their lives and security. Therefore, it is absolutely imperative that their right to return and their right to enjoy their property be respected.