הוויכוח הגלובלי פורץ על השאלה האם פעולות ישראל בעזה מהוות רצח עם

A fierce international debate has emerged among scholars, legal experts, and media outlets over whether Israel's military campaign in Gaza amounts to genocide.

Prominent genocide and Holocaust scholars, including Omer Bartov, have publicly argued that Israel's actions meet the legal definition of genocide, citing incitement, mass civilian deaths, and destruction of infrastructure. Others strongly dispute these claims, insisting that Israel's actions are a response to Hamas and do not meet the criteria for genocide. The controversy has intensified as more experts and major media outlets begin to use the term 'genocide' in reference to Gaza, while Israel and its supporters reject the label as false and politically motivated.

This debate has significant implications for international law, accountability, and the global perception of the conflict.