Scholar group labels Israel's Gaza actions as genocide amid severe civilian toll and crisis.

The International Association of Genocide Scholars has declared that Israel's actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide according to the United Nations Convention. Israel denies these claims and is escalating its military operations in Gaza City. Since the conflict began in October 2023, over 63,000 people, mostly civilians, have been killed, and the region is facing a severe humanitarian crisis, including a famine. Israel aims to regain full control of the Gaza Strip and rescue hostages held by Hamas.