Archive · 15 Aug 2025
UN Blacklists Hamas for Sexual Crimes in October 7 Attacks
The UN has officially added Hamas to a list of groups accused of sexual violence during conflicts.
This is related to the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel.
The UN's investigation found strong evidence of rape and other forms of sexual violence against hostages.
The UN Secretary General confirmed the attacks were led by Hamas.
The report details horrific accounts of abuse.
Despite the findings, Hamas did not allow UN representatives humanitarian access to hostages during the reporting period.
UN blacklists Hamas for sexual crimes committed during the October 7 attacks on Israel.
The UN report cites Hamas's atrocities, including rape and gang rape, against hostages.
Hamas is included in the UN's list of parties suspected of sexual violence in armed conflict.
The UN found 'clear and convincing information' of sexual violence against hostages.
Israeli officials report Hamas continues to commit sexual violence against hostages.
- Who
- Hamas and other Palestinian terrorist groups.
- What
- Hamas blacklisted for sexual crimes during the October 7 attacks.
- When
- October 7, 2023
- Where
- Israel
- Why
- Crimes committed during the attacks on Israel, and as a tactic of war
UN Findings
No opposing viewpoints given in the source material.
Hamas's actions
UN Findings
UN states that Hamas committed sexual crimes during the October 7 attacks. Evidence includes rape and gang rape.
No opposing viewpoints given in the source material.
No opposing viewpoints given in the source material.
- Event
- October 7 Attacks
- Perpetrator
- Hamas
- Victims
- Hostages and civilians
- Type of Crime
- Sexual violence, war crimes
- UN Action
- Blacklisting
