Israel says U.N. theatened to add it to its sexual violence blacklist
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UN Reports 25% Surge in Conflict Sexual Violence Cases
Above: A displaced Palestinian girl looks through a hole in the wall in Gaza on Aug. 13, 2025. Image copyright: Majdi Fathi/NurPhoto/Getty Images
The Spin
Left narrative
The UN's credible documentation process validates serious concerns about systematic sexual violence patterns. The "on notice" category appropriately addresses access limitations while maintaining accountability standards. Rising conflict-related sexual violence demands immediate action. Survivors urgently need expanded, survivor-centered services — healthcare, justice, psychosocial support, and more.
Right narrative
This report reflects troubling bias against democratic nations while legitimizing terrorist organizations' narratives. Allegations against Israel especially, are steeped in biases, while Israeli courts are already investigating detention center incidents. Rather than drawing false equivalencies, the UN must prioritize accountability for Hamas's documented war crimes — equating Israel's self-defense measures with Hamas's deliberate attacks on civilians undermines justice and weakens the credibility of international human rights mechanisms.