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human-rights-international-relations1 year ago•2 min saved

"UN Experts Call for Investigation into Alleged Israeli Forces' Abuses of Palestinian Women and Girls"

UN experts are urging an investigation into alleged human rights abuses by Israeli forces against Palestinian women and girls in Gaza and the West Bank, including extrajudicial killings, arbitrary detention, rape, and sexual violence. The Israel Defense Forces deny the accusations, stating they adhere to international law and require precise details or proof for examination. The UN experts expressed concerns over the treatment and detention of Palestinian women and girls, calling for Israel to uphold their rights and dignity. The UN and human rights organizations have been criticized for their response to reports of gender-based violence by Hamas fighters against Israelis.

via CNN|

#human-rights-international-relations #human-rights-violations #investigation

human-rights1 year ago•3 min saved

"UN Rights Experts Demand Probe into Alleged IDF Violations Against Palestinian Women"

Rights experts are calling for an investigation into alleged violations against Palestinian women and girls, including arbitrary executions, arbitrary detention, inhuman treatment, sexual assault, and forced transfers by the Israeli army. The experts are urging Israel to uphold the rights of Palestinian women and girls and cooperate with an independent probe, warning that the alleged acts may constitute grave violations of international human rights and humanitarian law.

via UN News|

#gaza #human-rights #human-rights-violations

human-rights1 year ago•3 min saved

"Gaza's Water Crisis: Impact on Women and Children"

Palestinian women in Gaza, facing a severe water shortage exacerbated by the Israeli blockade and recent military actions, have been forced to shave their heads to prevent scalp diseases due to lack of clean water for washing. The water crisis has led to unsanitary conditions, posing health risks such as alopecia, scalp ringworm, and bacterial infections. The World Health Organisation has warned of the spread of infectious diseases in Gaza, while the UN agency for Palestinian refugees has highlighted the use of water as a weapon of war, with clean water being scarce and unavailable in sufficient quantities.

via Middle East Eye|

#gaza #health-risks #human-rights

social-issues2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unpacking the Controversy: Barbie, Oscars, and the Suffering of Women"

Social media users criticize the attention given to the Oscars snub of the Barbie movie, highlighting the suffering of Palestinian women and girls during the Israeli onslaught on Gaza. They argue that the focus on Hollywood's selective feminism neglects the dire situation faced by Palestinian women, who lack access to basic hygiene essentials and are resorting to using tent scraps as makeshift sanitary pads. Critics also slam former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for offering words of consolation to the Barbie movie's director and lead actress, accusing her of selective activism and neglecting to show sympathy for the thousands of women and girls killed by Israeli forces in Gaza.

via Middle East Eye|

#feminism #gaza #oscars

world-news2 years ago•5 min saved

"Gaza Women's Battle for Privacy, Health Care, and Hygiene Amidst Conflict"

In the Gaza Strip, amidst the ongoing conflict, Palestinian women have adopted the isdal, a traditional prayer garment, as a means of maintaining modesty and dignity during times of sudden bombings and displacement. The isdal, which covers the body while leaving the face exposed, is worn around the clock due to the unpredictability of attacks. Women and girls, including those displaced to schools for shelter, wear the isdal constantly, associating it with both the trauma of war and the sanctity of prayer. Despite its practical use in times of crisis, the isdal also carries a heavy emotional burden, symbolizing both the chaos of conflict and the personal moments of faith and reflection.

via Al Jazeera English|

#gaza #isdal #palestinian-women