A UN-backed commission of inquiry concluded that Russia committed war crimes and crimes against humanity by intentionally attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving millions without electricity and heat during freezing temperatures. The inquiry also found Russia trafficked men from 29 countries to fight in Ukraine.
An inquest into the deaths of three British aid workers killed in an Israeli drone strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza in April 2024 could be expanded to include testimony from Israeli Defense Forces commanders and UK military officials. The mother of one victim has called for an end to UK arms sales to Israel.
Activists detained after Israel intercepted a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza have alleged widespread abuse including sexual assault and rape while in Israeli custody, with at least 15 reporting sexual violence and several requiring hospitalization. The incident sparked international condemnation after Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted video of officers abusing the detained activists.
