UN Group Says Hamas Committed Sexual Violence, War Crimes, in Oct. 7 Attacks

Published on March 5, 2024

Warning: Graphic content below, including descriptions of sexual assault. Victims in need of support, please call the Sexual Assault Hotline on 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you are in immediate danger, call 911.  A United Nations group has found enough “clear and convincing information” to conclude that Hamas terrorists committed sexual violence during its Oct. 7 attack on Israel, and that similar acts are being carried out against those still held hostage in Gaza by the terrorist group. Hamas killed 1,200 people during its Oct. 7 assault on Israel, and at least 253 Israelis and foreigners were kidnapped as hostages back to Gaza. At the moment, roughly 130 remain unaccounted for, but it’s believed that they are still being held in captivity. Among those, 30 are believed to be dead....