A UN report claims Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. It says Israel has breached the 1948 Genocide Convention. The report lists actions like targeting civilians, causing famine, and forced displacement. It names three Israeli officials for inciting genocide. Israel denies all allegations, calling them antisemitic lies. The report will add to growing international criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza. Next week, many countries plan to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN. The genocide case against Israel is also being heard at the International Court of Justice. To learn more about the Genocide Convention, visit the UN website. (Updated 16 Sep 2025, 13:04 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A UN report claims Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
- It says Israel has breached the 1948 Genocide Convention
- The report lists actions like targeting civilians, causing famine, and forced displacement