International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict

Israel's ambassador Danny Danon and U.N. secretary-general's special representative for children and armed conflict Pramila Patten had a shouting match at a United Nations hearing in New York on the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. Danon demanded Patten's resignation over a report that blacklisted Israel for alleged abuses, accusing her of bias.

Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounted sexual abuse during his two-year captivity in Gaza after the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas-led attacks, urging victims to speak out. The United Nations reported rising conflict-related sexual violence, with both Hamas and Israeli forces listed as suspected perpetrators, while some hostages have shared similar experiences.

Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounted sexual abuse during his captivity in Gaza and urged victims to speak out. The United Nations reported rising conflict-related sexual violence, including verified cases by Israeli and Hamas forces, though some allegations remain unverified due to restricted access.