ICJ Orders Israel to Prevent Genocide in Gaza #news #politics #israel #gaza

In a preliminary ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the United Nations' primary judicial body, Israel is ordered to take preventive actions against acts of genocide in Gaza. This follows South Africa's accusation of Israel committing genocide during its military campaign in the Gaza Strip. Although the ruling does not enforce a cease-fire, it requires Israel to report on its compliance within a month. The ICJ's decision, which Israel disputes as "false and baseless," is not a final verdict on the genocide allegations but a measure to avert further escalation during ongoing legal proceedings. The case, drawing global attention to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, underscores the complexities and divisions inherent in this long-standing issue.