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UK Urged to Halt Arms Sales to Israel Following UN Court’s Condemnation of Occupation

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UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations’ highest court has issued an advisory opinion urging all member states, including the UK, to cease any support that may help sustain Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories, a distinguished lawyer involved in the case said. This landmark ruling has intensified scrutiny on the UK’s arms trade with Israel, notably in light of recent hostilities in Gaza that have resulted in significant Palestinian casualties. Philippe Sands, a key member of Palestine’s legal representation at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), explained that the court’s decision, though advisory, carries substantial weight … Read more

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

Legal Advocates Urge U.K. Government to Cease Arms Trade with Israel: A Movement for Change

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LONDON – Lawyers in the United Kingdom are urging the government to halt the sale of arms to Israel amid escalating tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The group, consisting of over 200 legal experts, argues that the U.K.’s arms exports to Israel violate international law and contribute to human rights abuses. The call comes as violence continues to escalate in the region, with numerous casualties reported on both sides. The lawyers assert that the U.K.’s arms sales are morally indefensible and undermine the possibility of a just and lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. According … Read more

UK Judges Call for Government to Cease Arms Sales to Israel, Citing Human Rights Concerns

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LONDON (AP) – A group of judges in the UK issued a call to the government to stop selling arms to Israel, citing concerns over the country’s human rights record in relation to its actions towards Palestine. The judges argue that continuing to export weapons to Israel is incompatible with the UK’s commitment to international law and its responsibility to uphold human rights. The appeal, made by the UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI) group, highlights the increasing pressure faced by the British government to reassess its relationship with Israel. The UK has a long-standing history … Read more