Impact of Israeli military campaign in Gaza and potential war crimes

The chapter examines the death toll in Gaza estimated by The Lancet, highlighting the indirect deaths caused by the conflict. It discusses the confirmed use of the Hannibal directive by Israeli commanders, prioritizing preventing captives of Hamas even at the cost of civilians' lives. The chapter also covers evidence of intentional killings and war crimes committed by the Israeli military, focusing on the traumatizing impact on Palestinian civilians and children.