UN Report Confirms Hamas Rape and Sexual Violence in Gaza Conflict
UN Report Confirms: Hamas Committed Rape Against Israelis, Hostages đź”—
The United Nations released a report confirming Israeli accusations that Hamas terrorists committed rape in their attack of October 7, 2023, and are also committing sexual violence against Israeli hostages. UN Special Representative Pramila Patten collected evidence and reported "clear and convincing" evidence of conflict-related sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, in multiple locations across Gaza. The report also addressed claims of sexual abuse of Palestinians detained by Israeli security forces, resulting in Israel recalling its UN ambassador and claiming the UN downplayed credible claims of rape.