UN Report: Israel Committed Crimes Against Humanity in Gaza War
A recent UN investigation has found that Israel committed crimes against humanity during the war in Gaza, including the act of “extermination”. The report also concluded that both Israeli and Palestinian armed groups committed war crimes during the conflict that began on October 7.
The independent Commission of Inquiry’s findings mark the UN’s first comprehensive investigation into the events of the war. It determined that Israel had violated international humanitarian and human rights laws, with “widespread attacks on the civilian population in Gaza”. The report detailed various crimes, including murder, torture, and gender-based persecution.
While Israel rejected the report’s conclusions, the commission called for accountability for all parties involved. The conflict, which resulted in over 1,000 deaths, saw atrocities committed by both sides. The report also highlighted the long-lasting impact of the war on the civilian population in Gaza.
Despite facing obstacles in its investigations, the commission remains committed to uncovering the truth and seeking justice for the victims of the conflict.