https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/open-letter-from-78-military-professionals-rejecting-genocide-allegation-against-israelContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/open-letter-from-78-military-professionals-rejecting-genocide-allegation-against-israelhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/open-letter-from-78-military-professionals-rejecting-genocide-allegation-against-israel#u118936Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:53:32 +0000A group of 78 retired US military leaders and legal experts have signed an open letter rejecting allegations of Israeli genocide in Gaza. They argue that such allegations may affect the way the US and its allies conduct future conflicts. The letter was released on the third anniversary of Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel.Why it mattersThe allegations of genocide in Gaza have been a contentious issue, with some experts arguing that they may be misapplied and undermine the ability of the US and its allies to defend themselves. The Gaza Health Ministry has reported excess deaths in 2