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Genocide Scholars Conclude Israel's Gaza Campaign Meets 'Legal Definition'

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The International Association of Genocide Scholars passed a resolution stating that Israel's nearly two-year military campaign in Gaza meets the "legal definition of genocide," with 86% of voting members approving the measure. The resolution describes Israel's actions as "indiscriminate and deliberate" attacks against civilians, including medical and aid workers, journalists, and children, resulting in over 63,000 deaths. The resolution nods to growing consensus among human rights organizations, academics, and experts that Israel is committing genocide.

Key Takeaways:

  • The International Association of Genocide Scholars, with 500 members, passed a resolution concluding that Israel's Gaza campaign meets the legal definition of genocide.
  • The resolution was approved by 86% of voting members, with a large majority supporting the measure.
  • The resolution accuses Israel of carrying out "indiscriminate and deliberate" attacks against civilians, including medical and aid workers, journalists, and children.
  • Over 63,000 people have been killed in Gaza, with more than 50,000 being children, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
  • The resolution nods to growing consensus among human rights organizations, academics, and experts that Israel is committing genocide.
  • Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and the Israeli rights group B'Tselem, along with United Nations experts, have also concluded that Israel is committing genocide.
  • The International Court of Justice is currently hearing a case brought by South Africa alleging that Israel is violating international law by committing and failing to prevent genocidal acts.

Statistics:

  • Over 63,000 people have been killed in Gaza, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
  • More than 50,000 children have been killed or injured in Gaza.
  • 86% of voting members of the International Association of Genocide Scholars approved the resolution.
  • 500 members of the International Association of Genocide Scholars voted on the resolution.

Sources:

  • The International Association of Genocide Scholars
  • The Gaza Health Ministry
  • Human Rights Watch
  • Amnesty International
  • B'Tselem
  • United Nations
  • The Committee to Protect Journalists
  • The Committee to Prevent Genocide
  • The International Court of Justice
  • The Open University
  • The University of Haifa

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