New Testimonies Allege Hamas Fighters Sexually Exploit Displaced Women in Gaza

Harrowing accounts from Gaza residents under Hamas rule reveal widespread sexual abuse and blackmail. Witnesses say fighters and charity officials demand sexual favours in exchange for food, aid or protection. Human rights groups warn that up to 60,000 women are vulnerable. A UNFPA report highlights a surge in child marriages and adolescent pregnancies amid collapsing registration systems. Many victims remain silent due to fear of retaliation and social stigma. Journalists gathering these testimonies face threats and must operate in hiding to avoid reprisals. Rights organisations urge urgent intervention to safeguard women’s rights and ensure aid reaches those in need without exploitation.

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