UN says Israel’s disregard of international law is a “direct” cause of Gaza health crisis

The United Nations Human Rights Office’s report on Israeli attacks on hospitals in Gaza from October 2023 to June 2024 highlights severe consequences on Palestinians’ access to medical attention and raises concerns about Israel’s compliance with international law. Israel’s representative at the U.N. in Geneva dismissed the report as fabricated, stating that Israel operates within international law and accuses Hamas of using hospitals for “terror activity.” The report warns that targeting hospitals and civilians could constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity, while Israel maintains it has taken measures to minimize civilian harm and provide aid to Gaza.

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