A UN commission has accused Israeli forces of engaging in systemic sexual and gender-based violence in Gaza, alleging that these acts are part of a campaign against Palestinians' right to self-determination. The commission's report outlines instances of rape and torture, characterizing them as war crimes. Israel has rejected these claims, criticizing the commission for relying on uncorroborated information. These findings may have implications for proceedings at the International Criminal Court, which has already issued arrest warrants for top Israeli officials.
The commission documented a pattern of sexual violence, including cases of rape and other forms of sexual violence, torture, and other inhumane acts that amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Chris Sidoti stated that Israel has increasingly employed sexual, reproductive, and other forms of gender-based violence against Palestinians as part of a broader effort to undermine their right to self-determination.
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