UN Report Claims Israel Deliberately Targets Children in Gaza Genocide
Sandego.net – The United Nations commission has released a report asserting that Israel is deliberately targeting children in the ongoing genocide against Palestinians, with evidence pointing to systematic attacks on Palestinian youth. The findings, unveiled on Tuesday, reveal that even after a ceasefire established in October 2025, Israeli military operations continue to inflict “unprecedented death, injury and trauma” on children. The report claims these actions are part of a deliberate strategy to eradicate the Palestinian population, highlighting the escalation of violence against vulnerable groups. The commission, which previously declared Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide, now emphasizes the role of children as a key component of this broader campaign.
Israeli Rejection of UN Accusations
Israeli officials have strongly contested the UN commission’s conclusions, labeling the report as biased and politically driven. The Foreign Ministry called it “a propaganda piece as outrageous as its previous ones,” while UN Ambassador Danny Danon accused the document of being a “blood libel disguised as a UN report.” Danon argued that the commission has overlooked Hamas’ crimes, the October 7 massacre, and the use of children as human shields, instead focusing solely on Israel’s actions. This criticism underscores the ongoing debate over the validity of the UN’s allegations and the motives behind the investigation.
“Even after the October 2025 ceasefire, children continue to be killed and seriously injured, with continued disregard by Israel for the ceasefire and for the protection owed to Palestinian children under international law,” stated Srinivasan Muralidhar, chair of the commission.
The report details how Israeli strikes since the ceasefire have intensified, resulting in over 1,000 Palestinian deaths, including more than 250 children, with near-daily bombings targeting residential areas and schools. Palestinian authorities claim the violence has created a new reality in Gaza, where children are central to the conflict’s brutality. The commission describes this as a “multi-layered harm” to children’s survival, health, and development, citing the destruction of medical facilities and the blocking of aid supplies as evidence of systematic neglect.
Expansion of Israeli Control in Gaza
Following the ceasefire, Israel has extended its territorial control in Gaza, imposing stricter restrictions on movement that further endanger children. A temporary “yellow line” initially defined the military’s area of operation, but it has since shifted westward, creating an “orange line” that encroaches on civilian zones. This expansion has left Palestinians, including children, uncertain about safe spaces, with hundreds reportedly killed for crossing these boundaries. The commission argues that this encroachment is part of a larger effort to suppress resistance and establish long-term dominance over the region.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces now occupy 70% of Gaza, a claim supported by the report. The document highlights the use of physical barriers, checkpoints, and restricted access to resources as tools to enforce this control. Despite the ceasefire, the military’s presence persists, disrupting daily life and exacerbating the suffering of children. The commission asserts that this strategy aims to maintain Israel’s grip on the territory while minimizing international criticism.
Violence in the West Bank and East Jerusalem
The report also addresses Israel’s conduct in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, where the deliberate targeting of children has intensified. Settlers and military forces are accused of committing war crimes through excessive force against Palestinian minors, often justified as part of efforts to instill fear and control. According to B’Tselem, an Israeli human rights group, 236 Palestinian children have been killed in the West Bank since October 2023, reinforcing the claim that the genocide extends beyond Gaza. The commission links these attacks to the broader pattern of child targeting, emphasizing the systematic nature of the violence across occupied territories.
Palace officials note that the majority of Palestinians remain in makeshift shelters, hindered by Israel’s blockage of reconstruction materials. Children are particularly affected, with many struggling to access education and basic necessities. The ongoing conflict has not only displaced families but also deepened the psychological impact on young victims, as the commission highlights the “genocidal intent” to erase Palestinian culture and future generations through sustained attacks.
