An annual UN report has blacklisted Israeli forces for the first time for alleged sexual violence against Palestinian detainees. Russia was also included in the list of 77 parties for sexual violence in conflicts, with both nations denying the accusations.

An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees. Israel denies the accusations. The 35-page report – shared by the Israeli mission to the UN late Thursday ahead of its expected release on Friday – blacklists 77 government and non-government parties in a dozen countries suspected of committing or being responsible for sexual.....