ICJ rules in favor of ‘provisional measures’ order against Israel over ‘genocidal acts’

CAIRO – 26 January 2024: The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled, on Friday, in favor of the provisional measures order (interim court ruling) upon a request from South Africa against Israel over the latter's genocide against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled by a majority of 16 against 1 (Uganda):

•          Israel shall take all necessary measures to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians, especially murder - physical and psychological abuse – prevent imposing conditions conducive to genocide or imposing conditions to prevent birth.

•          Israel has to prevent and punish incitement to commit the crime of genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza

•          Israel has to ensure Immediate provision of life-saving humanitarian aid and services to Palestinians in Gaza

•          The court also ruled for preserving and preventing the destruction of evidence of genocidal acts

•          Israel has to submit a response to the court within 1 month

•          All parties shall be bound by international humanitarian law

•          The court calls for the release of Hamas-held hostages in Gaza