Rising Rates of Targeted Murders of Women

Rates of targeted murders of women are rising despite efforts for more severe penalties. The majority of female homicides are committed by an intimate partner or a family member.

Sexual Violence in Gaza Terrorist Attack

A U.N. report found evidence of sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, occurring during a terrorist attack led by Hamas on Oct. 7. The report states multiple incidents of rape, including on corpses, and the difficulty in determining the exact scope of the violence. Israeli officials are investigating allegations of misconduct against Palestinians, and the U.N. team reviewed extensive evidence related to the attack.