Genocide in Gaza: The Verdict of Experts, Institutions, and History
GENOCIDE is not just a word—it’s a reality unfolding in Gaza. While world leaders debate semantics, the evidence speaks for itself. This chapter brings together the voices of leading human rights organizations, genocide scholars, legal experts, and academics who have all reached the same conclusion: Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the definition of genocide. From UN reports to forensic investigations, from Amnesty International to Harvard Law scholars, the case is clear. The only question left is—how long will the world look away?
(This is an edited and updated piece from December, 2024)
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