Israel Accuses Hamas of Child Indoctrination Amid Ongoing Conflict

On January 20, 2025, Israel (@Israel) posted on X, accusing Hamas of indoctrinating children to continue the cycle of violence from the October 7, 2023 attack. The post included a photo of a child in Gaza making a gesture associated with militant groups. This accusation surfaces amid Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza, aimed at neutralizing Hamas's threat.

The conflict has resulted in over 46,000 Palestinian deaths, with many being women and children, according to The Lancet. Israel's claim has reignited debates on the impact of war on children, with the UN raising concerns about child soldiers.

They are indoctrinating their children to repeat October 7, over and over and over again. pic.twitter.com/UZ7TYCGaPN

— Israel ישראל (@Israel) January 20, 2025

Reactions on X varied, with some users supporting continued military action against Hamas, while others criticized the conflict rhetoric. The international community remains focused on the conflict, advocating for peace and child protection.