The International Court of Justice, known for handling less publicized matters, witnessed an unprecedented level of interest when the war between Israel and Hamas was brought to its docket. This case garnered extraordinary attention, with numerous protesters and counter-protesters gathered outside the court. The media coverage and public interest in the ceasefire and hostilities were unlike anything seen in the past five years. This atypical surge in attention reflected a highly unusual and intense experience at the ICJ, which typically deals with less publicly captivating issues.