Silence on Possible War Crimes in Israel-Hamas Conflict

SOURCE npr.org
The Justice Department has been silent on possible war crimes in the Israel-Hamas conflict, despite investigating Russian war crimes in Ukraine. Experts say there are grounds to investigate both Hamas and Israel for war crimes.

Key Points

  • Justice Department silent on Israel-Hamas war crimes
  • Experts believe there are grounds to investigate Hamas and Israel
  • Political and pragmatic challenges in pursuing war crimes cases

Pros

  • Potential for justice for victims of war crimes
  • Sending a strong message about accountability

Cons

  • Political hurdles in investigating close allies like Israel
  • Challenges in accessing evidence