Experts Raise Alarms: Is Israel's Gaza Strategy Genocide?

A group of top genocide experts has made a bold claim: Israel's actions in Gaza might be genocide. The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) voted, and a big majority agreed. They said Israel's moves in Gaza fit the UN's definition of genocide. What's going on in Gaza? The experts pointed out Israel's attacks on hospitals, schools, and aid groups. They also noted that Israel has hurt many kids. The UN says 50, 000 children have been killed or injured. This makes it hard for Palestinians to live and have families. Some Israeli leaders have said they want to force Palestinians out of Gaza. They've also talked about destroying Gaza completely. The experts say these words and actions show a plan to harm Palestinians as a group. Israel says the experts are wrong. They blame Hamas for the problems. But the experts say Israel's response has hurt all of Gaza, not just Hamas. The UN's top court is looking into this. South Africa said Israel might be committing genocide. The court hasn't decided yet. Israel has until 2026 to explain its side. Famine is also a big problem in Gaza. The UN says some areas are starving. Israel controls the borders and is responsible for keeping people safe. But food and medical help are not getting in easily.