Israeli report details abuse, abductions, and torture allegations
Hamas attack report
Hamas allegedly used sexual violence as a weapon during the October 7 attack on Israel.
Around 5,000 to 6,000 militants entered Israel through land, sea, and air routes.
The attackers mainly belonged to Hamas and other armed Palestinian groups.
They launched coordinated attacks near the Gaza border areas.
Moreover, militants opened fire on civilians at multiple locations.
The attacks killed nearly 1,200 people across Israel.
Many civilians were also abducted during the assault.
The Civil Commission investigated crimes against women and children during the attack.
The report claimed the violence was systematic and carefully planned.
Furthermore, investigators found evidence of sexual abuse and torture.
The abuse allegedly occurred during attacks, abductions, transfers, and captivity in Gaza.
After a two-year inquiry, investigators published the findings.
The commission concluded sexual and gender-based violence occurred during the attacks.
Investigators interviewed 430 people while preparing the report.
The witnesses included survivors, released hostages, doctors, responders, and victims’ families.
Additionally, investigators reviewed over 10,000 photographs and video clips.
The report included testimonies from more than 10 survivors.
Several survivors described abuse during captivity in Gaza.
Former hostages included Romi Gonen, Amit Soussana, and Ilana Gritzewsky.
The report also mentioned incidents at the Nova Music Festival near the Gaza border.
Militants attacked the open-air music festival during the assault.
They fired at thousands of festival attendees during the chaos.
The attackers abducted 251 people and took many to Gaza.
Hamas attack report
