hamas: How international law applies to war, and why Hamas and Israel are both alleged to have broken it

The United Nations is collecting evidence of war crimes committed by both Hamas and Israel during their recent conflict. The rules of armed conflict are governed by internationally recognized laws and resolutions, including the United Nations charter and the Geneva Conventions. Hamas has been accused of war crimes for attacking and killing civilians, kidnapping civilians, and taking hostages. Israel's response has been criticized for collectively punishing Gaza's residents and using munitions containing white phosphorus.

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