Israel asks ICJ not to order new measures over looming famine in Gaza
Israel opposes emergency orders for increased humanitarian aid to Gaza, denying accusations of causing suffering.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Israel has urged the International Court of Justice not to issue emergency orders requiring increased humanitarian aid to Gaza, rejecting South Africa’s request to do so as “morally repugnant.” Israel denies purposely causing humanitarian suffering in Gaza and considers South Africa’s allegations baseless. Relief agencies report that essential aid is being severely limited in Gaza, with a looming famine threatening its 2.3 million inhabitants. The situation has escalated following an ongoing case where South Africa accuses Israel of state-led genocide in Gaza, but Israel dismisses these claims. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties on both sides and has drawn international concern.