UN Report Accuses Israel of Genocidal War Crimes

A United Nations report has accused Israel of committing 'genocidal acts' and using sexual and gender-based violence against Palestinians in Gaza since October 2023. This report by the UN Human Rights Council highlights the systematic destruction of reproductive healthcare facilities, including a main fertility center, and alleges that these actions have partially destroyed the reproductive capacity of Palestinians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly rejected these allegations, calling them anti-Semitic and baseless, and criticized the UN for not addressing crimes committed by Hamas. The report also claims that Israeli forces have engaged in sexual violence as part of their military operations, which the UN categorizes as war crimes. The accusations have led to a significant backlash from Israeli officials and allies, who argue the UN is attacking Israel while ignoring similar acts by Hamas. The UN Commission of Inquiry, established in 2021, aims to investigate violations of international law in the region.