The True Post (Web News) The United Nations has added Israeli security forces to its blacklist following allegations of alleged sexual violence and other serious violations against prisoners.
The decision comes at a time of growing global concern over the human rights situation in the occupied Palestinian territories. The list issued by the United Nations includes those parties accused of sexual violence and serious human rights violations during armed conflicts.
According to the organization, this step was taken after reports and investigations received against Israeli security forces. Israel has strongly rejected the UN decision, calling it shameful. Israeli officials maintain that this decision puts Israel and Hamas on the same level, which they say is unacceptable and contrary to the facts. The
Israeli government has also accused the UN of bias. On the other hand, the UN has also included Russian security forces on the same list. The organization says that this decision has been made based on allegations and evidence that have emerged during various conflicts in order to ensure justice for the victims and accountability of the responsible elements.
It should be noted that UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres had warned both Israel and Russia in August last year that if the situation regarding allegations and complaints did not improve, they could be blacklisted. The latest move is being described as the practical result of this warning. Human rights organizations have welcomed the UN decision and said that global accountability against perpetrators of sexual violence and human rights violations in war situations should be further strengthened.
