UN Commission Inquiry on Israel Palestine Conflict

The Commission of Inquiry is mandated to investigate in the occupied Palestinian

territory including East Jerusalem and in Israel all alleged violations of

international humanitarian law and all alleged violations of international

human rights law. It is also tasked with examining the underlying root causes of

recurrent tensions, instability and the protraction of the conflict including

discrimination and repression based on national, ethnic, racial or religious

identity. The Commission seeks to identify those responsible for

violations of international law to help ensure that perpetrators are held to

account. Towards this end the Commission collects, analyzes, records and preserves

information in line with international legal standards with a view to

maximizing its use in potential legal proceedings.

The Commission plays a unique role amongst international organizations

looking at the situation in Israel and Palestine. It was the first UN

investigative mechanism to publish a report exclusively dealing with sexual,

reproductive and gender-based violence in the occupied Palestinian territory

and it will continue to produce similar specialized reports. It has produced the

most comprehensive report of an investigation into the attacks by

Palestinian armed groups in southern Israel on 7 October 2023. It has taken

and continues to do so.

take measures to promote accountability and international justice for all victims falling

within its mandate, addressing impunity gaps for those whose voices may be forgotten.

It pays special attention to the situation of women and to children and to other marginalised

groups, with the aim of reflecting the voices of those most injured, of those whose human rights

have been most seriously violated, and of those who are most vulnerable and most marginalised.

As an independent and impartial body, the Commission endeavours to provide

the international community with credible and unbiased information.

The Commission investigates allegations of violations of international human rights law,

war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide, with the aim of strengthening

accountability for victims. The Commission's report helped to establish a fact-based

historical record which gives voice to victims and tells their stories. Even when justice

appears out of reach, we must continue working to secure it for Palestinians, Israelis and all

affected by the protracted conflict. We stand ready to engage with all stakeholders.

Our doors are open and we encourage dialogue.