The International Court of Justice did not find Israel guilty of genocide
The International Court of Justice of the United Nations in The Hague announced the judgment on the provisional measures against Israel, which is accused of genocide in the Gaza Strip . The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to take the necessary measures to eliminate acts that are consistent with the Genocide Convention.
On January 26, a hearing was held at the UN International Court of Justice in The Hague regarding the claim of the Republic of South Africa accusing Israel of genocide against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
The court ruled that the charges of genocide against Israel were "reasonably" proven.
The International Court of Justice expressed that it is well aware of the humanitarian tragedy in Gaza and is deeply concerned about the loss of life.
The Court ruled that it had jurisdiction to take interim measures against Israel for violating some of its obligations under the Genocide Convention.
The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to take the necessary measures to eliminate acts that are consistent with the Genocide Convention.
The Court held that the population of Gaza, who had been attacked by Israel, met the definition of a "protected group" under Article 2 of the Genocide Convention.
The court ruled that the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza is a "constant threat" and that judicial measures must be taken to prevent it.
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