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“The essence of childhood has been destroyed”: Israel’s deliberate targeting of Palestinian children in the Occupied Palestinian Territory since 7 October 2023 (A/HRC/62/CRP.2)
By UN Human Rights Council at ReliefWeb
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
. Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel Summary The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel examines violations and crimes against
Key takeaway The paper describes the deliberate targeting and killing of Palestinian children, including post-ceasefire since the October 2025 Gaza peace plan.
Why this matters
The findings of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel, highlight the devastating consequences of the conflict on Palestinian children. The deliberate targeting and killing of children, as well as the destruction of critical infrastructure such as healthcare facilities and schools, have severe and long-term consequences for their survival, health, and development. The use of torture, inhumane and degrading treatment, and sexual and gender-based violence against children is particularly alarming. The Commission's report also raises concerns about the impact of the conflict on the most vulnerable, including newborns and unaccompanied children. The recommendations provided by the Commission, including the cessation of attacks and reparations, are crucial steps towards advancing child-responsive justice and protecting the rights of Palestinian children. The international community's response to these findings will be closely watched, particularly in terms of enforcing sanctions and holding perpetrators accountable.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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