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Justin Salhani

What the ICJ’s interim ruling means for Israel’s war on Gaza

Protesters carry flags and banners outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague on Friday, January 12, 2024, as it hears Israel's defence against South Africa's accusation of genocide in Gaza [Patrick Post/AP]

The International Court of Justice on Friday issued a series of provisional measures that require Israel to comply with the 1948 Genocide Convention, allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza and act against those who issue genocidal statements.

The World Court’s interim ruling, in a case brought by South Africa accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, stopped short of ordering Israel to pause or stop its devastating war on Gaza, which has killed more than 26,000 Palestinians in the enclave since October 7.

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