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U.N. Investigating Possible War Crimes During Israel-Hamas Conflict

The United Nations Civil Rights Council will look at possible crimes committed in Gaza, Israel and the West Bank.

U.N. Investigating Possible War Crimes During Israel-Hamas Conflict
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The United Nations Human Rights Council will investigate possible crimes during the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.

A panel will look at violations committed in Israel, Gaza and the West Bank.

It says rocket launches from Hamas toward Israel were a clear violation of international humanitarian law.

It also says Israel's counte attacks raise concerns about a proportional response.