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Information received concerning the acts reportedly committed during counter‑terrorism operations and armed conflict in North Sinai Governorate since 2012. These include, inter alia, the recent uncovering of a mass grave in North Sinai containing the remains of an estimated 300 individuals; unlawful killings; mass arrests and arbitrary detention; enforced disappearances and secret and incommunicado detention; torture and other ill‑treatment; widespread destruction of civilian property and infrastructure; the clearance or destruction of agricultural land; mass displacement; and severe restrictions on movement and access. Bedouin communities are reported to have been disproportionately affected. The allegations implicate Egyptian security forces as well as Government‑supported tribal militias. We are concerned that these allegations may amount to serious violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, including the possible commission of war crimes and crimes against humanity.Alleged victims: 162301 More details... |
15 Jun 2026 |
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