Violence against women

October 7 and beyond: Hamas's use of sexual violence was systematic weapon of war, report finds

The report concludes that "Hamas used sexual violence as a tactical weapon of war," a finding that carries potentially far-reaching consequences in the international realm.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 massacre, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, January 23, 2025.
 IDF soldiers seen in the aftermath of Hamas's Nova music festival massacre in Re'im, southern Israel, on October 7, 2023.

Hamas systematically, extensively weaponized sexual violence on October 7, report reveals

 A woman holds a sign reading "Serve men, all free!" during a demonstration to call for gender equality and demand an end to violence against women to mark International Women's Day in Marseille, France, March 8, 2025.

French man tied to incel movement arrested for alleged plot to attack women

 A man barricaded himself on a rooftop of a building after murdering his wife in Bat Yam, central Israel, June 2, 2025

Bat Yam man dies after stabbing partner, barricading self on roof for nine hours


Tens of thousands of Islamists take to Dhaka streets to protest women's rights legislation

Protesters claimed “men and women can never be equal,” according to Human Rights Watch.

Demonstrators carry flags during a protest rally called March for Gaza, to express solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, Bangladesh, April 12, 2025.

We must not let violence against women fly under the radar amid war - opinion

The current reality cannot continue. We must act together, empower women, and demand real change in the Arab sector and throughout Israeli society.

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Three US-Israeli real estate mogul brothers charged for alleged rape gang trafficking

Law enforcement appealed to more victims and witnesses to step forward.

 Israel Police.

B'nai B'rith launches program supporting domestic violence survivors in Israel

A new initiative launched by B'nai B'rith is set to protect and support women to transition to an independent life after leaving an abusive relationship.

Protesters gather in Tel Aviv to protest the rising domestic violence during the coronavirus pandemic.

Israel's First Lady in Time Magazine: 'Hamas is weaponizing women's bodies'

Weaponizing of women’s bodies, sexual assault, and rape since Oct. 7 has taken the human race backward, Michal Herzog wrote.

 Michal Herzog speaks during a ceremony for the upcoming Jewish holiday of Rosh haShana (Jewish New Year) at the president's house with representatives of the diplomatic delegations to Israel in Jerusalem.

NY Jews turn to krav maga for self-defense amid spike in antisemitism

“Even in the worst-case scenario there’s always a way out,” Chen told the students. “There’s always a solution.”

 A Guardian Self Defense Krav Maga class in the basement of a Manhattan synagogue, May 21, 2024.

VP Harris launches initiative providing support for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence

Vice President Kamala Harris launched 'Dignity in Documentation Initiative,' addressing global conflict-related sexual violence and supporting survivors through UN efforts and leadership programs.

 US Vice-President Kamala Harris speaks during a Juneteenth concert hosted by US President Joe Biden on the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, DC, US June 10, 2024.

International coalition meets to discuss sexual violence as a weapon of war

MK Tal Meron, the organizer, called it "an important historical coalition, acknowledging sexual violence as a crime of war." Hamas's use of rape and torture has been well documented since Oct. 7

The Global Women's Coalition Against Gender-Based Violence as a Weapon of War 20 May 2024

October 7 reminds us the feminist fight has a way to go - opinion

October 7 prompts us to confront uncomfortable truths about the state of feminism and the fight against violence toward women.

 Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women, speaks during the United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine with a focus on women, at the United Nations Headquarters in Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S., April 11, 2022.

Hertz for women

Hertz stands by women, offering thousands of specially designed water bottles as a contribution to women's empowerment in Israel.

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Police arrest two Bedouin residents for kidnapping, sexual assault of 15-year-old in the South

A similar offense occurred in April 2023, where three Bedouin residents from Laqiya were arrested for attempted kidnapping and assault of a resident of Kiryat Malakhi.

 A police car at night.