Be’er Sheva, Israel – A harrowing new report compiled by Israeli rape centers has claimed that Hamas terrorists raped and mutilated civilians during an assault at the Nova music festival, leaving an ‘apocalypse of bodies’ with missing limbs in its wake. The brutality was described as ‘sadistic’ and targeted both men and women, with some victims allegedly being killed during the acts of sexual violence. The report was presented to the UN Special Envoy on Sexual Violence in Conflict Areas, who visited Israel to hear testimonies of the abuse.

The report details the use of extreme violence and sexual abuse by Hamas gunmen in bands, villages, and in captivity in Gaza, painting a horrific picture of the assault. Witnesses and survivors recounted the horrifying acts they endured or witnessed, including instances of women being repeatedly stabbed while being raped, mutilation of sexual organs with knives and other objects, and brutal murder.

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel concluded that the assault by Hamas was systematic and aimed at instigating fear, humiliation, and terror through sexual violence. Survivors described fleeing the festival and witnessing a scene of utter devastation, with bodies strewn around, some missing body parts, and signs of brutal violence.

The group, which provides services and support for sexual violence victims, reported that the assaults were often conducted in front of an audience, including family, friends, and partners, in order to maximize the pain and humiliation felt by all present. Additionally, the report highlighted a disturbing pattern in the testimonies, with multiple accounts of bodies found in horrific conditions and signs that they were forced to witness the abuse and murder of their loved ones.

Despite the absence of verified social media sources, reported instances of sexual violence have been corroborated by eye-witnesses, first responders, and official sources. The brutal attacks were not limited to civilian areas, as soldiers on IDF bases and hostages returning from captivity also reported being victims of sexual violence at the hands of Hamas.

The Israeli police have been conducting investigations into the allegations of sexual violence, gathering evidence from witnesses, surveillance footage, and interrogations of Palestinians arrested since the incursion. The severity and cruelty of these reported atrocities are beyond comprehension, and the psychological and physical trauma inflicted on the survivors is immeasurable.

The group’s report is a chilling reminder of the brutal nature of the assault and the trauma endured by those affected. It sheds light on the horrors faced by the victims and the urgent need for justice and support for survivors. The revelations of the report underscore the importance of addressing sexual violence in conflict areas and providing the necessary resources and care for survivors.