Unpacking International Law: The Legalities of Forced Displacement in Gaza
Jerusalem — Amid escalated tensions and ongoing conflict in Gaza, international law concerning forced displacement has become a point of focus. Various reports have emerged accusing militant factions in Gaza of forcibly displacing civilian populations, an act that raises significant legal and ethical issues under international statutes. Forced displacement, often seen in war-torn regions, involves the removal or coerced movement of people from their homes as a result of conflict or persecution. The United Nations defines forced displacement as movements which are coerced due to threats to life and livelihood. The context of Gaza, a … Read more