Israel continues to commit genocide by targeting children in Gaza, UN inquiry finds
Summary
A United Nations inquiry found that Israeli forces have deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza during the war, resulting in many child deaths. The commission stated that these actions may indicate a genocidal intent against Palestinians. Israel rejected the accusations, and the situation remains heavily disputed internationally.Key Facts
- The UN commission found about 30% of Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in Gaza were children.
- The report says Palestinian children were deliberately targeted, including during a ceasefire in October 2025.
- Previous UN reports accused Israel of genocide, with some Israeli officials wanted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes.
- Israeli forces used powerful weapons in crowded residential areas despite high child casualties.
- The report says Israel’s blockade has caused widespread harm to children’s health through lack of food, medicine, and aid.
- Attacks on healthcare and reproductive facilities increased newborn deaths and miscarriages in Gaza.
- Nearly all children in Gaza are reported to need psychological help due to trauma.
- Israel denies the accusations and claims Hamas diverts humanitarian aid, while Hamas denies this and accuses Israel of blocking aid.
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