World Court Reviews Israel's Occupation of Palestinian Territories

The hearings aim to assess the legal consequences of Israel's nearly six-decade-long occupation and its impact on Palestinian rights.

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) begins six days of hearings on the legal consequences of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, with participation from 52 states and three international organizations.
The hearings follow a request by the UN General Assembly for an advisory opinion on Israel's occupation, settlement, and annexation practices, including their impact on the demographic composition of Jerusalem.
Israel has submitted a written statement but has chosen not to participate in the hearings.
The outcome of the advisory opinion, while not legally binding, will carry significant moral and legal weight.
The hearings aim to address the nearly six-decade-long occupation and alleged abuses against Palestinians, including accusations of apartheid and persecution.