The United Nations has recognized hostage families as victims of Hamas psychological terror in a recent report. The report, presented by UN Special Rapporteur on Torture Alice Edwards, details the torture faced by captives held by Hamas. The event, organized by the International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists, calls for the UN to appoint a special representative to deal with hostages. The recognition gives the families the ability to pursue legal action against Hamas and other groups that took hostages.