⚖ Israeli officials’ statements about Palestinians could carry legal consequences, experts say

📍 Legal experts say remarks by senior Israeli figures may serve as evidence of genocidal intent or, in some cases, direct and public incitement to genocide

🗣 Examples cited include National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir calling for the killing of dozens of Palestinians in Gaza and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich denying the existence of the Palestinian people

🚨 Experts say such statements could be examined alongside actions on the ground in ongoing international legal proceedings involving Israel