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Peru Launches War Crimes Probe Against Israeli Soldier

5/25/2025

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Peru has launched a groundbreaking criminal investigation into an Israeli soldier accused of war crimes and genocide in Gaza during the recent military campaign. Prompted by a complaint from the Hind Rajab Foundation, the inquiry highlights the alarming evidence of widespread civilian devastation, marking a pivotal moment for universal jurisdiction in Latin America.

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Peru has launched a groundbreaking criminal investigation into an Israeli soldier accused of war crimes and genocide in Gaza during the recent military campaign. Prompted by a complaint from the Hind Rajab Foundation, the inquiry highlights the alarming evidence of widespread civilian devastation, marking a pivotal moment for universal jurisdiction in Latin America.