Sexual violence in the West Bank emerges as tool to intimidate Palestinians

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Sexual violence and harassment by Israeli soldiers and settlers are reportedly being used as systematic tools to intimidate Palestinians and force displacement in the occupied West Bank. Reports document various forms of sexual assault, including forced nudity and invasive searches, with victims stating these threats are a decisive factor in leaving their homes.

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Systematic sexual violence and harassment by Israeli soldiers, settlers displacing Palestinians in occupied West Bank.

Sexual violence in the West Bank emerges as tool to intimidate Palestinians

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