U.N. Report Alleges Atrocity Crimes in Gaza: Concerns of Ethnic Cleansing

A U.N. report accuses Israeli forces and Palestinian armed groups of severe international law violations in Gaza. It highlights ethnic cleansing concerns, war crimes by Hamas, and Israel's treatment of Palestinians. The report scrutinizes actions from November 2024 to October 2025 with a focus on a potential demographic shift.

Israeli forces and Palestinian armed groups, including Hamas, have been accused of committing severe violations of international humanitarian law in Gaza, as revealed in a new U.N. report. The report, released on Thursday, outlines serious concerns regarding ethnic cleansing in the region.

The document details intensified Israeli attacks and the forcible transfer of Palestinians, indicating a possible permanent demographic shift in Gaza. It accuses Israel of imposing life-threatening conditions on Palestinians, while the mistreatment of hostages by Hamas is highlighted as potential war crimes.

Israel has dismissed the report's findings, accusing the U.N. human rights office of engaging in disinformation. The report also criticizes both Israeli and Palestinian actions, including Israel's aggressive annexation efforts and Hamas's alleged use of civilians as human shields.

(With inputs from agencies.)