UN resolution asks World Court to lay out Israel’s obligations to secure aid for Palestinians

December 21, 2024 / By: Bjørn H Amland

A Norwegian-led UN resolution calling for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to clarify Israel’s obligations to facilitate “unhindered provision” of urgent supplies to Palestinians won broad support at the UN General Assembly this week. Despite initial scepticism, all large European powers voted in favour.

UN resolution voting results Dec 19 2024.jpg — Voting result for UN Resolution on the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice on Israel’s obligations to secure aid for Palestinians (Photo: UN General Assembly)

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