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The current escalation of violence in Israel and Gaza is unprecedented. The conflict has already killed thousands of people, exacerbated humanitarian suffering in Gaza and had devastating consequences for civilians. Backed by world-class verification and a longstanding commitment to impartiality, we are monitoring activities of all parties to the conflict and will continue to […]

The escalating conflict in Gaza and Israel - Amnesty International .woocommerce-product-gallery{ opacity: 1 !important; } Your choice regarding cookies on this siteWe have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can use this tool to change your cookie settings. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue.ACCEPTSETTINGS Skip to main content Which language would you like to use this site in? English español français العربية Close EnglishEspañolFrançaisالعربية Who We Are How We’re Run Work with us What We Do Countries Get Involved Take Action Become a member Take an online course Latest News Campaigns Education Research Impact Search Donate Now Who We Are Who We Are How We’re Run Work with us What We Do Countries Get Involved Get Involved Take Action Become a member Take an online course Latest Latest News Campaigns Education Research Impact Search THE ESCALATING CONFLICT IN GAZA AND ISRAEL© Majdi Fathi/NurPhoto via Getty Images News October 15, 2023 The escalating conflict in Gaza and Israel The current escalation of violence in Israel and Gaza is unprecedented. The conflict has already killed thousands of people, exacerbated humanitarian suffering in Gaza and had devastating consequences for civilians.   Backed by world-class verification and a longstanding commitment to impartiality, we are monitoring activities of all parties to the conflict and will continue to publish our investigations into human rights abuses. We also continue to reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire by all parties to prevent further loss of civilian lives and to ensure access to life-saving aid for people in Gaza. Under international humanitarian law all sides in a conflict have a clear obligation to protect the lives of civilians caught up in the hostilities, Agnès Callamard, Secretary General, Amnesty International NewsIsrael/OPT: Adoption of UN resolution to expedite humanitarian aid to Gaza an important but insufficient step  NewsUrgently investigate inhumane treatment and enforced disappearance of Palestinians detainees from GazaNewsIsrael/OPT: US veto of ceasefire resolution displays callous disregard for civilian suffering in face of staggering death tollNewsIsrael/OPT: US must not block a resolution to demand an immediate ceasefireNewsLebanon: Deadly Israeli attack on journalists must be investigated as a war crimeNewsIsrael/OPT: US-made munitions killed 43 civilians in two documented Israeli air strikes in Gaza – new investigationNewsIsrael/OPT:  Urgent need for a sustained ceasefire to end civilian bloodshed and mass suffering as fighting resumesNewsEuropean governments donors’ discriminatory funding restrictions to Palestinian civil society risk deepening human rights crisisNewsIsrael/ OPT: Deal to release hostages and prisoners must pave way for further releases and a sustained ceasefireNewsIsrael/OPT: ‘Nowhere safe in Gaza’: Unlawful Israeli strikes illustrate callous disregard for Palestinian livesNewsGlobal: UNSC Resolution on ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza presents vital opportunity to stop massive sufferingNewsIsrael/OPT: Another blackout in Gaza imminent if sufficient fuel is not restored read more Israel / OPT news Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian sufferingSign our petition to call for an immediate ceasefire by all parties to end civilian bloodshed and ensure humanitarian aid access to Gaza.  take action News Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territories Middle East and North Africa Palestine (State of) Armed Conflict News Related ContentCountryIsrael and Occupied Palestinian TerritoriesNewsIsrael/OPT: US-made munitions killed 43 civilians in two documented Israeli air strikes in Gaza – new investigationNewsLebanon: Deadly Israeli attack on journalists must be investigated as a war crimeNewsIsrael/OPT: US must not block a resolution to demand an immediate ceasefireNewsIsrael/OPT: US veto of ceasefire resolution displays callous disregard for civilian suffering in face of staggering death toll About UsContact UsHow We’re RunModern Slavery Act StatementFinancesResourcesMedia CentreHuman Rights EducationHuman Rights CoursesAnnual report archiveGet InvolvedJoinTake ActionVolunteerLatestNewsCampaignsResearchWork With UsIf you are talented and passionate about human rights then Amnesty International wants to hear from you.Jobs & Internships Privacy Policy Cookie Statement Permissions Refunds of Donations © 2024 Amnesty International Follow us on: Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Notifications