International

South Africa Urges International Court of Justice to Halt Israel’s Genocidal Actions in Gaza

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THE HAGUE, Netherlands — South Africa has presented its case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of perpetrating genocide in the Gaza Strip. The country has asked the court to issue orders that will compel Israel to halt its military operations in the Palestinian region. Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh, an Irish lawyer advising South Africa’s legal team, argued that Israel’s actions in Gaza pose a significant danger. During her submission, Ní Ghrálaigh highlighted the urgent need for provisional measures to protect Palestinians in Gaza from the irreparable harm caused by Israel’s violations of … Read more

Bringing Justice to the International Court: British Holocaust Survivor Represent Israel in Genocide Battle

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LONDON, UK – A British lawyer who survived the Holocaust will lead Israel’s legal team in their battle against a claim of genocide at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Henry Meyer, 89, has been appointed to handle the case, which accuses Israel of committing genocidal acts against the Palestinian people. The claim was submitted to the ICJ by Palestine in response to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Meyer, a prominent human rights lawyer, brings a unique perspective to the case. As a Holocaust survivor, he understands the horrors of genocide first-hand. His personal experience adds … Read more

The Lionel Gelber Prize Announces Expert International Jury for 2024 Award in International Affairs Literature

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Toronto, Washington, London, and Rome – The jury for the 34th edition of the esteemed Lionel Gelber Prize has been announced by The Lionel Gelber Prize Board. Led by Professor Janice Gross Stein, the jury consists of returning jurors Francis J. Gavin and Rosa Brooks from Washington, as well as new jurors Iain Martin from London and Eric Reguly from Rome. Chair of the Lionel Gelber Prize Board, Judith Gelber, expressed pride in the diversity and experience of the jury, stating that their expertise in exploring complex international affairs issues would contribute to fostering public … Read more

Chilean Lawyers Demand Accountability for Israeli Occupation Crimes in Gaza Strip, Seek Justice at International Criminal Court

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Santiago, Chile – Over 100 Chilean lawyers, many of whom have Palestinian roots, have lodged a complaint with the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the Israeli occupation’s alleged crimes in the Gaza Strip. The lawyers argue that the Israeli actions constitute genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, which they claim violate the Fourth Geneva Convention of 1949. Lawyer Juan Carlos Manriquez stated that the complaint was filed in accordance with the Rome Statute, and the ICC will commence its review starting next Monday. The concerns and requests of nearly 100 Chilean colleagues were incorporated … Read more