UN Report: Israel Accused of Targeting Children, Using Sexual Violence

A new United Nations commission report accuses Israeli security forces of targeting Palestinian children and using sexual violence as a tool of collective punishment. The report states that "Israeli security forces have also used sexual violence against children as part of the collective shaming and oppression." The findings, which describe ongoing actions as part of a broader campaign, have drawn international attention. The UN has not released full details of the evidence, but the allegations mark one of the most serious accusations against Israel in recent years. Israel has previously denied similar claims, arguing that its military operations are aimed at militants, not civilians.