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What's next for Israel after events at the ICC and ICJ?
May 31, 2024
Guests Philippe Sands, Lawrence Hill-Cawthorne, and Nomi Bar-Yacoov discuss the impact of ICC and ICJ actions on Israel, challenges in proving genocide and war crimes, the prosecutor's legal actions in the Israel-Palestine conflict, global power dynamics in international criminal cases, and the complexity of international rules and legal obligations.
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- ICJ focuses on state responsibility for violations of international law, while ICC targets individuals for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
- Proving genocide at the ICJ requires demonstrating special intent, with South Africa framing charges to navigate evidentiary hurdles.
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ICJ Orders Israel to Halt Military Offensive and Provide Aid to Palestinians
Last week, the International Court of Justice ordered Israel to immediately stop its military offensive in the Rafa governorate, open and maintain access for essential aid delivery to Palestinians, and ensure access for UN investigators to preserve evidence related to genocide allegations. The court's orders have become more specific over time due to escalating risks faced by the Palestinian population, such as famine and military actions.
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