What is a war crime, and who gets held accountable? Here’s what you need to know

By Scott Neuman

Palestinian militants fire rockets into Israel from Gaza Strip, Oct. 7.

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to accusations of war crimes on both sides, as combatants are bound by international humanitarian law to minimize the impact on civilians.

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