Summary
A UN inquiry has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, based on a detailed report by independent experts. The report suggests that Israel has met four out of five criteria for genocide under an international convention, though Israel has denied the claims, calling the report false.
Key Facts
- A UN inquiry led by independent experts claims Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
- The report says Israel has fulfilled four out of five acts that define genocide under international law.
- The UN Human Rights Council created the Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel four years ago.
- Israel has not cooperated with the commission, accusing it of bias.
- Findings from the report might be used in prosecutions by the International Criminal Court or the International Court of Justice.
- The commission's conclusion holds high-ranking Israeli officials responsible.
- The report was the final work of the commission under former UN rights chief Navi Pillay.
