Overview
- Reuters reported on Nov. 12 that Israeli forces allegedly sent Palestinian civilians into Gaza tunnels that may have been rigged with explosives.
- The reporting cites multiple former U.S. officials who said the prior U.S. administration was aware of the allegation.
- Japanese outlets, including Hokkaido Shimbun and Nishinippon, published the Reuters-based accounts on Nov. 13–14.
- The articles reviewed do not provide independent confirmation or a detailed official response from Israel within this coverage.
- If proven, the alleged use of civilians as shields could constitute a violation of international humanitarian law.