UN report denounces Hamas attack, says Israel operating ‘de facto policy of torture'

The UN Committee against Torture accuses Israel of widespread torture in occupied Palestinian territories since October 7, 2023. The report highlights severe abuses, including beatings, electrocution, waterboarding, and sexual violence, with 75 Palestinians dying in custody. The committee urges Israel to criminalize torture, investigate allegations, and allow humanitarian access to detainees and Gaza.