The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that Israel cannot use hunger as a weapon of war and must support humanitarian efforts in Gaza. The judgment, titled “Israel Cannot Use Hunger as a Weapon of War: ICJ,” emphasizes Israel’s responsibility to allow and facilitate aid to Palestinians amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The court stressed that denying essential supplies violates international law and basic human rights protections.| Asiaone news
Norway has announced a major diplomatic initiative to lift restrictions on humanitarian aid entering Gaza. The declaration, titled “Norway to Push UN Resolution to End Gaza Aid Restrictions,” follows the International Court of Justice’s recent ruling that Israel must ensure basic needs are met for Palestinians. Norwegian officials said their government will introduce a resolution in the United Nations General Assembly urging Israel to immediately remove all barriers blocking aid to Gaza...| Asiaone news