Israeli Rights Groups Accuse Government of Genocide in Gaza

Islamabad 29 July: Two prominent Israeli human rights organizations, B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel, made a historic and unprecedented move by accusing the Israeli government of committing genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

The Israeli army, according to human rights NGOs, has killed more than 60,000 Palestinians in the ongoing Gaza genocide.

17,921 children under 18, including 935 infants under one year, have been killed, primarily by munitions, as reported by the Gaza Ministry of Health. Women account for 9,497 deaths, while estimates suggest 30,000–32,000 men have perished from Israeli bombings.

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The injured number between 118,000 and 144,000, with many suffering life-altering wounds.

 The accusations, delivered during a press conference in Jerusalem, mark the first time major voices within Israeli society have leveled such a severe charge against the state, intensifying debates over Israel’s actions in the ongoing conflict.

In their detailed reports, the NGOs asserted that Israel is engaging in “coordinated, deliberate action to destroy Palestinian society in Gaza.” They accused the government of implementing policies that amount to “mass killing,” not only through direct military attacks but also by creating catastrophic living conditions that have significantly increased the death toll. While Israel maintains that its operations target only Hamas, the Islamist extremist group, the organizations argue that the broader Palestinian population is being systematically harmed.

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B’Tselem’s report highlighted what it described as a pattern of indiscriminate bombings, restrictions on humanitarian aid, and the destruction of critical infrastructure, including hospitals and water systems, which have left Gaza’s population in dire straits. Physicians for Human Rights Israel emphasized the humanitarian crisis, citing malnutrition, disease outbreaks, and a lack of medical care as deliberate outcomes of Israeli policies. “These are not isolated incidents but part of a broader strategy that fits the legal definition of genocide,” a spokesperson for the groups stated.

The accusations come amid heightened international scrutiny of Israel’s actions in Gaza, where the death toll has reportedly surpassed 60,000 since the escalation of hostilities following Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack.

The conflict has displaced over 80% of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents, with large swathes of the territory reduced to rubble. The International Criminal Court (ICC) is currently investigating allegations of war crimes by both Israeli and Hamas leaders, and these new reports may bolster calls for accountability.

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The Israeli government swiftly rejected the claims, with a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry calling them “baseless and inflammatory.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office defended the military campaign, insisting that Israel adheres to international law and takes measures to minimize civilian casualties while combating Hamas. The statement accused the human rights groups of ignoring Hamas’s role in initiating the conflict and using civilians as human shields.

The reports have sparked significant controversy within Israel. Some progressive activists praised the organizations for their courage, while right-wing politicians condemned them as “traitorous” and accused them of fueling anti-Israel sentiment globally. Social media platforms, including X, have seen heated debates, with some users calling the accusations a wake-up call and others dismissing them as biased.

This development also intersects with broader regional tensions. Recent U.S. efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas have stalled, with both sides accusing each other of intransigence. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with aid agencies warning of famine risks and a collapsing healthcare system.

The accusations of genocide by B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel add a significant dimension to the global discourse on the Israel-Palestine conflict. As international pressure mounts, the world awaits further responses from Israeli authorities and the potential impact on diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.

Below is a statistical table summarizing the reported casualties: and humanitarian impact in Gaza due to the ongoing conflict, based on available data from various sources up to July 29, 2025. Note that figures may vary across sources due to differences in reporting, verification challenges, and the dynamic nature of the conflict. Where discrepancies exist, a range or the most frequently cited numbers are provided.