AI’s Response:

The question of whether Israel is adhering to the rules of war during the current conflict involves complex legal, ethical, and factual considerations. The rules of war, primarily grounded in international humanitarian law (IHL), aim to limit the effects of armed conflict for humanitarian reasons. Key frameworks include the Geneva Conventions and customary international law.

As of my last update in October 2023, various reports and analyses have pointed to the following considerations:

1. **Targeting Practices**: Whether Israel is distinguishing between combatants and civilians, as required by IHL, is a critical issue. Allegations of indiscriminate attacks affecting civilian populations have been made.

2. **Proportionality and Necessity**: Any military action must meet the tests of proportionality (avoiding excessive harm to civilians relative to the military advantage gained) and necessity (taking measures to minimize civilian harm).

3. **Humanitarian Access**: Ensuring access for humanitarian aid to affected populations is also a component of compliance with IHL.

4. **Reporting and Investigations**: Independent investigations and reporting by various human rights organizations and international bodies often analyze the conduct of both state and non-state actors in armed conflicts.

5. **Legal and Political Context**: The political context surrounding the conflict plays a significant role in how actions are perceived and assessed in terms of legality and morality.

For a comprehensive view, it is important to consider various sources, including reports from international organizations, media coverage, and expert analyses. If you need specific, updated information or analyses, I can help search for relevant sources or reports. Would you like me to do that?