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Israeli Rights Groups Break Taboo with Accusations of Genocide
GAZA STRIP, PALESTINE, JUL 30 – Two Israeli human rights groups allege Israel's military campaign in Gaza has killed over 60,000 Palestinians and systematically destroyed Palestinian society amid ongoing conflict.
- On July 30, Reuters reported that B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights–Israel accused Israel of alleged genocide in Gaza, citing deliberate destruction.
- As Israel’s Gaza campaign entered its 691st day, Gaza’s Health Ministry reported over 60,000 deaths, including more than 18,500 children, amid ongoing conflict.
- Reports presented by B’Tselem and PHR-Israel at a Monday press conference in Jerusalem alleged ‘coordinated, deliberate action to destroy Palestinian society’ and ‘a pattern that reveals intent,’ says Guy Shalev.
- Shortly after the reports were released on Monday, government spokesperson David Mencer said, `'Yes, of course we have free speech in Israel'`, rejecting the allegations as antisemitic.
- Human rights advocates said, 'the acknowledgment of genocide reflects the urgency for accountability amid calls for sanctions,' as a group of 31 prominent Israeli figures urges international action.
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