UN Report Finds Evidence of Systematic Torture in Israel Following Hamas Attack: Committee Urges Independent Investigation

Nov 30, 2025 03:02 pm CST

The UN Committee against Torture has released findings condemning both the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, and Israel's disproportionate military response, citing evidence of systematic torture and mistreatment. The report urges Israel to establish an independent commission to investigate allegations, ensure humanitarian aid access to Gaza, and enact specific anti-torture legislation aligned with international standards.