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Iran Calls for End to Israel's "Chronic Impunity" Following ICJ Opinion

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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has once again condemned Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, reaffirming its obligation to ensure the basic needs of Palestinians living under its occupation. The ICJ's opinion has been met with calls from Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei for an end to Israel's "chronic impunity" granted by its supporters and apologists. Baghaei pointed out that the court has recalled the prohibition under international law against using starvation as a method of warfare, and that Israel's regime has consistently defied these principles, committing war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in Gaza.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ICJ has condemned Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, reaffirming its obligation to ensure the basic needs of Palestinians living under its occupation.
  • The ICJ has recalled the prohibition under international law against using starvation as a method of warfare.
  • Israel's regime has consistently defied the principles of international humanitarian law, committing war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in Gaza.
  • The ICJ has previously released an advisory opinion in July 2024, declaring that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories is "unlawful" and should be terminated without delay.
  • The ICJ is currently reviewing a case filed by South Africa, which accuses Israel of violating the 1948 UN Genocide Convention through its conduct in Gaza.
  • The Gaza Health Ministry reports that the genocidal war waged by Israel in October 2023 has killed at least 68,280 people, most of whom are women and children, and injured 170,375 others.

Statistics:

  • 68,280: The number of people killed in the genocidal war waged by Israel in Gaza as of the report by the Gaza Health Ministry.
  • 170,375: The number of people injured in the same war.
  • 68%: The approximate percentage of those killed who are women and children.
  • 2023: The year in which Israel waged the genocidal war on Gaza.
  • 2024: The year in which the ICJ released an advisory opinion declaring that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories is "unlawful" and should be terminated without delay.

Sources:

  • Press TV (2022)
  • International Court of Justice (2024)
  • Gaza Health Ministry (2023)
  • United Nations General Assembly (1948)

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