Both the Israeli military and Palestinian armed groups committed war crimes since the start of the conflict on October 7, 2023, according to a report by a United Nations independent commission released on Wednesday. It also said Israel obstructed the investigation and prevented the commission from accessing Israeli and Palestinian territories. The findings were based on interviews with victims and witnesses, forensic analysis, satellite imagery and forensic medical reports, among other sources.
The report called on Israel to "immediately implement a ceasefire, end the siege of Gaza, ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid and cease the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure," as well as to comply with the rulings of the International Court of Justice. It also urged Palestinian authorities and groups to "immediately cease all rocket attacks on Israel, unconditionally release all hostages, and thoroughly and impartially investigate violations and prosecute those responsible for crimes."
