Human Rights Watch Accuses Israel of Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza Displacement Crisis
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Israel of committing war crimes through the systematic forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, stating that approximately 130,000 people have been uprooted due to Israeli military actions since October. The UN indicates that nearly 1.9 million people, about 90% of Gaza’s population, have fled their homes. HRW argues that Israeli evacuation orders lack consistency and violate laws protecting civilians. Israeli authorities deny these charges, asserting their operations focus on neutralizing Hamas threats. The humanitarian situation remains critical as essential supplies are restricted amidst ongoing conflict.