Israeli War Crimes in Palestine from the Perspective of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law

Abstract

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, marked by alleged war crimes against the Palestinian people, is rooted in a long and complex history. Despite numerous ceasefire agreements and peace negotiations, the conflict remains unresolved, often due to unilateral violations attributed to Israel. This research aims to analyze these war crimes within the framework of human rights and international humanitarian law. Using a normative legal research method and a literature study approach, the study reveals that Israel has repeatedly violated key principles of international humanitarian law, specifically military necessity, humanity, and proportionality. Incidents, such as the use of white phosphorus bombs and blockades on humanitarian aid, have intensified the conflict and are found to contravene the 1949 Geneva Convention. These actions amount to war crimes, severe human rights violations, and acts of genocide. The implications of this research underline the urgent need for accountability and adherence to international law to prevent further human rights abuses and promote lasting peace in the region.