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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Haroon Siddique and agencies

Israel’s security at core of German foreign policy due to Holocaust, ICJ hears

Tania von Uslar-Gleichen and Christian Tams sitting in wood-panelled courtroom with sign saying 'Allemagne' in front of them
Tania von Uslar-Gleichen and Christian Tams, representing Germany, at the ICJ hearing on Monday on Nicaragua's claim that Germany is aiding Israel's genocide in Gaza. Photograph: Anadolu/Getty Images

Germany has said Israel’s security is at “the core” of its foreign policy because of the history of the Holocaust, but denied accusations at the UN’s highest court that is aiding genocide in Gaza by arming Israel.

Nicaragua has brought a case against Germany at the international court of justice (ICJ) urging judges to order a halt to German weapons sales to Israel, alleging it is in breach of its obligation to prevent genocide and ensure respect of international humanitarian law.

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