
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has recently made a significant decision regarding the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza. In a groundbreaking ruling, the ICJ has ordered Israel to take all necessary measures to prevent a genocide from occurring in Gaza. This development raises hopes for a swifter end to the war that has caused immense suffering to countless individuals on both sides.
The ICJ, the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, derives its authority to interpret and apply international law from the UN Charter. The court's jurisdiction includes disputes between states and advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it by authorized UN organs and specialized agencies.