US Senator for the First Time Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza: New Attacks, International Reactions, and Rising Tensions
In an unexpected statement, US Senator Bernie Sanders publicly accused Israeli military forces of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip, a move that has shocked the international community and activists alike.
The politician, who recently expressed support for Israel’s right to self-defense, now emphasizes that Israeli military actions aimed at combating the Palestinian militant group Hamas have escalated into a large-scale conflict causing widespread human suffering.
According to Sanders, over the past two years, Israeli forces have been conducting targeted destruction of Gazan populations, which many experts now interpret as systematic genocide.
He cites findings from human rights organizations and legal experts, affirming that Israeli military actions meet the definition of genocide under international law.
Israel’s government, however, firmly denies these accusations, arguing they are politically motivated attempts to discredit.
Sanders insists that the true aim of these measures is forced displacement and the eradication of Palestinian existence.
Meanwhile, he urges the US to cease arming Israel, immediately implement a ceasefire, and deliver extensive humanitarian aid to those affected.
In light of recent events, the United Nations has called on Israel to halt the ground invasion in Gaza and seek diplomatic solutions, emphasizing that a safe and stable region can only be achieved through dialogue and conflict resolution.