Gaza War
In short
UN-commissioned experts reported on 26 October 2026 that recent cease-fires have failed to stop Israel from committing genocide in Gaza.
What is happening
International scrutiny is increasing following a UN report accusing Israel of 'mediacide' to hide evidence of genocide. Meanwhile, the Hind Rajab Foundation has filed a criminal complaint in the UK against an Israeli soldier for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.
When
The conflict began on 7 October 2023.
Why it matters
The war has caused massive loss of life, with over 74,000 Palestinians reported killed in Gaza. The legal accusations of genocide and war crimes at international levels are shaping global political responses and investigations.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this specific conflict with the broader Israeli–Palestinian conflict, though it is a part of it.