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ICJ Begins Hearing Case Accusing Germany Of Facilitating Genocide

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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has commenced a two-day hearing at The Hague to address accusations leveled against Germany for allegedly 'facilitating genocide' in Gaza. The case was brought forward by Nicaragua, which has accused Germany of breaching its obligations as a signatory of the Genocide Convention by providing sustained support to Israel during its conflict in Gaza.

Nicaraguan Ambassador to the Netherlands, Carlos Jose Arguello Gomez, representing his government, stated that the case was filed 'on behalf of the Palestinian people' who are enduring what he described as 'one of the most destructive military actions in modern history.'

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