HRW Report: Hamas Committed War Crimes on Oct. 7
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Human Rights Watch has accused Hamas and four other Palestinian armed groups of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the 7 October attack on southern Israel, which resulted in the deaths of around 1,200 civilians and the taking of 251 hostages. The report details deliberate attacks on civilians, hostage-taking, and other violations, asserting these actions were premeditated. Hamas has rejected the allegations, calling them biased and demanding an apology. The report does not address alleged violations by Israeli forces in the subsequent conflict.
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- Crimes against humanity: HRW report details Palestinian atrocities on Oct. 7 The Jerusalem Post
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