Exports

German Human Rights Lawyers Launch Effort to Halt Arms Exports to Israel amidst Genocide Allegations in Gaza

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Berlin, Germany – Seven human rights lawyers in Berlin have filed a motion to halt Germany’s arms exports to Israel. The lawyers allege that the German government is complicit in the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza by continuing to supply Israel with weapons. This initiative has gained support from multiple non-governmental organizations, including the European Support Legal Center, Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy, and Law for Palestine. It falls under the Justice and Accountability for Palestine Initiative. The lawyers’ motion is based on recent developments in international bodies such as the United Nations (UN) and … Read more

Canadian Lawyers File Lawsuit Against Foreign Affairs Ministry Over Military Exports to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict

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TORONTO, CANADA – A group of Canadian lawyers have filed a lawsuit against Canada’s global affairs ministry, alleging the export of military goods and technology to Israel during the Gaza conflict. The lawyers argue that these exports could potentially contribute to human rights violations against Palestinians. Despite the accusations, the Canadian government denies any wrongdoing, stating that the exported goods were “non-lethal” in nature. According to records, Canada has authorized export permits worth at least C$28.5m ($21m) to Israel since the conflict began on October 7. Israel, for its part, defends its actions by citing … Read more