New report reveals systematic sexual violence in October 7 attack
May 12, 2026 by Pesach Benson
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Sexual and gender-based violence during the Hamas-led October 7 attack on Israel and against hostages held in Gaza was “systematic, widespread and deliberate”, according to a major report released today (12 May, 2026) by the Civilian Commission for the Investigation of the Crimes of October 7.
Digging his own grave: A tweet from President Herzog
August 3, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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Israel’s President Isaac Herzog’s reaction after Hamas released a video of two Israeli hostages held captive by Hamas. Read more
Israeli hostages branded, sexually assaulted and starved
December 30, 2024 by Pesach Benson
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Israel’s Health Ministry finalized a report detailing severe physical and psychological abuse suffered by hostages in Gaza, including children, who were released during a November 2023 temporary ceasefire. The report — the first comprehensive account of hostages’ experiences — will be submitted to the United Nations. Read more
Freed South African-Israeli gives searing testimony of Gaza captivity
A South African-Israeli woman freed from Hamas captivity in Gaza after 51 days delivered searing testimony about her experiences there to a Knesset panel on Tuesday. Read more
