Hamas committed 'systematic' sexual violence during October 7 attacks, says report

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Hamas committed 'systematic' sexual violence during October 7 attacks, says report Middle East

Issued on: 12/05/2026 - 17:07

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Hamas and allied Palestinian militant groups committed "systematic, widespread" sexual violence during the October 7th 2023 attack on Israel and against hostages held captive in Gaza. That's according to a report by an independent Israeli investigative commission released on May 12. The report builds on prior investigations, including by the UN, to determine the full scale of sexual violence perpetrated.

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