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Sexual Violence: A Deliberate Strategy of War

Published Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Updated June 20

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  • Sexual Violence as War Strategy — 1 source

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Catherine Perez-Shakdam argues that sexual violence is a deliberate strategy of war, particularly in the context of the October 7 Hamas attacks. This perspective highlights the international community's hesitation to acknowledge such acts, despite findings from the UN Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict.

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  • The United Nations Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict concluded there were reasonable grounds to believe conflict-related sexual violence occurred during the October 7, 2023 attacks and against hostages.

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Sexual Violence as War Strategy
  • The Jerusalem Post

    The article emphasizes that sexual violence is a deliberate and strategic weapon in conflict, criticizing the international community's hesitation to acknowledge this, particularly concerning the October 7 Hamas attacks.

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