Amnesty International report says Israel is guilty of genocide in Gaza
Israel strongly rejects the allegations that it is systematically trying to destroy the Palestinian people in its war with Hamas.
Israel
Israel, a key U.S. ally and a major player in the Middle East, is a member of the U.N. and has a highly advanced technology sector. The country's foreign policy is currently defined by the ongoing war in Gaza, which has drawn international scrutiny and led to a severe humanitarian crisis. While seeking to defeat Hamas, Israel is also navigating a complex geopolitical landscape, including heightened tensions with Iran and its allies, and maintaining a key security relationship with the U.S.
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