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Any reason the Ugandan judge voted as hawkishly as she did? I mean not even the Israeli judge voted against opening up all humanitarian aid and ending genocidal speech.
 
The IOF are re-kidnapping Palestinian hostages after the last deal and Hamas should release all of their hostages unconditionally.

I don't think some people realize what Palestinians have been dealing with here for decades.
 
Any reason the Ugandan judge voted as hawkishly as she did? I mean not even the Israeli judge voted against opening up all humanitarian aid and ending genocidal speech.



There's also a possibility she has been bought or she harbors a deep hatred for Arabs and Muslims.
 
My knee jerk reaction is that in stopping short of calling for a ceasefire the court, in effect, ruled that in the near term Israel's right to defend itself trumps the Gazan's right to be protected from potential genocide.

The rest of the ruling pays lip service to the idea that Gazans have rights by demanding that Israel do XYZ. The thing is that Israel already claims to be doing XYZ, so precisely what change is this interim ruling effecting?

Edit: By far the most important part of the ruling is demonstrating that Israel has a case to answer, so that's good.

https://www.redcafe.net/threads/isr...r-tweets-more-discussion.438643/post-31576620
 
Yeah, except for the ad-hoc Israeli judge (no surprises there), and the Ugandan judge. Seemed like it was either 15-2 or 16-1.
Yeah just read the voting and even the Israel judge apparently voted "in favor" of some of the measures - i.e. the Ugandan judge voted against ALL. I don't much, if anything about the Ugandan judge. Is there anything that anyone knows i.t.o why she could be voting that way?
 
Yeah I read that. Don't think it cuts the mustard. Israel was already under scrutiny. My fear is that instead of preventing a genocide we'll end up recognising that one occurred.

Maybe I need to reflect more though.

I completely understand the want for the atrocities to end. See it like this, Israel has been officially warned, what they do from now will be seen a completely different way, especially by other governments. Because until now it was just public opinion standing in their way.
 
I completely understand the want for the atrocities to end. See it like this, Israel has been officially warned, what they do from now will be seen a completely different way, especially by other governments. Because until now it was just public opinion standing in their way.
What are these other governments going to do when big brother US is with them giving them everything they need to keep the genocide going?
 
What are these other governments going to do when big brother US is with them giving them everything they need to keep the genocide going?

Even if the ICJ called for a cease-fire it wouldn't have changed much sadly, you are right. But considering how bad the situation is for those civilians, anything official that recognizes that Israel isn't acting lawfully is a step in the right direction, albeit small.
 
What are these other governments going to do when big brother US is with them giving them everything they need to keep the genocide going?

ICJ rulings carry a bit of weight. Thr US would have to be very careful in moving against that. Especially if it led to a resolution being tabled at the UN security Council. Vetoing a measure based on an ICJ ruling is not a good look.
 
Even if the ICJ called for a cease-fire it wouldn't have changed much sadly, you are right. But considering how bad the situation is for those civilians, anything official that recognizes that Israel isn't acting lawfully is a step in the right direction, albeit small.
ICJ rulings carry a bit of weight. Thr US would have to be very careful in moving against that. Especially if it led to a resolution being tabled at the UN security Council. Vetoing a measure based on an ICJ ruling is not a good look.

I suspect it will all end with "oh genocide happened, ups" instead of the "hey, let's stop this genocide now". Israel and Us will twist themselves in pretzels to never recognize it and the rest of the world will move on pointing to decisions like this to say "well, it was a complicated situation, we did the best with the info we had at the time".

It's all a bit of a political joke really when we consider what's happening on the ground. I sincerely hope I'm wrong.
 
Just out of interest, as I don't know, was the ICJ used for Russia v Ukraine? If so what were the tone and words used?
 
Just out of interest, as I don't know, was the ICJ used for Russia v Ukraine? If so what were the tone and words used?
By Order of March 16, 2022, the ICJ has already indicated among its provisional measures that “the Russian Federation shall immediately suspend the military operations it began on February 24, 2022 in the territory of Ukraine”.

Russia did not accept this order, and raised “preliminary objections” to the Court’s jurisdiction and the inadmissibility of the application. It is these arguments, already set out in part in a letter dated March 7, 2022, that the ICJ will be examining from September 18 to 27, during public hearings that will have a major international impact.
 
The ICJ rulings are never really actionable in of itself but it might change the political discourse we'll have to wait and see.

Given how much destruction and violence has already been committed its too little too late. Hopefully at some stage the culprits are held to account.
 
Just out of interest, as I don't know, was the ICJ used for Russia v Ukraine? If so what were the tone and words used?

International Court of Justice Preliminary Decision in Ukraine Vs Russia (2022):
On 16 March 2022, after a fast-track procedure, the International Court of Justice ordered provisional measures in the Ukraine v Russia case. In bringing the case, Ukraine argued that Russia had wrongfully claimed a genocide in Ukraine to justify its invasion. Russia, meanwhile, rejected the Court's jurisdiction. Given the lack of evidence for Russia's genocide allegations, and the principle that any action to prevent genocide must be taken in good faith and in line with international law, the Court called on Russia to suspend military operations immediately.
On 26 February 2022,the Ukrainian Government lodged a case with the International Court of Justice (ICJ), regarding 'Allegations of Genocide under the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (Ukraine v Russian Federation)' and requested that the Court order provisional measures, including an immediate suspension of the military operations. The Court fast-tracked the procedure and, on Wednesday 16 March 2022, announced its decision to order the following provisional measures:
  • 1. Russia must suspend the military operations launched in Ukraine on 24 February immediately;
  • 2. Russia must ensure that any military or irregular armed units directed or supported by it, and any organisations and persons underits control take no steps to advance the military operations;
  • 3. Both parties must refrain from any action which might aggravate or extend the dispute before the Court or make it more difficult to resolve'.
Exact wording can be found here:
https://www.icj-cij.org/public/files/case-related/182/182-20220316-ORD-01-00-EN.pdf (pg 19)
 
Just out of interest, as I don't know, was the ICJ used for Russia v Ukraine? If so what were the tone and words used?

Also, the ICC (not ICJ) have issued an arrest warrant for Putin and the woman who is the Russian commissioner for children's rights for the forcible transfer (kidnapping) of children from one country to another during a conflict - that's two war crimes under the Rome statute. Nothing will of course happen, but it did result in Putin being extremely careful on which countries he is traveling to (if at all).
 
Definitely need those F35s to help turn the tide against the military juggernaut that are Hamas, journalists, UN workers and some kids with slingshots.

You conveniently excluded the Red Cross...
 
I need.a human rights lawyer.

What does this ICJ ruling say to Yemeni actions and their declarations before engaging? How are the potentially complicit nations continuing their actions against the Yemenis justifiable?

I’ve always enjoyed watching the civilised nations of the world lie(or politely termed- propaganda), though I personally benefit from the moral superiority it creates for me and fellow citizens. It’ll be interesting to understand how we can lie our way out of this one now.
 
I need.a human rights lawyer.

What does this ICJ ruling say to Yemeni actions and their declarations before engaging? How are the potentially complicit nations continuing their actions against the Yemenis justifiable?

I’ve always enjoyed watching the civilised nations of the world lie(or politely termed- propaganda), though I personally benefit from the moral superiority it creates for me and fellow citizens. It’ll be interesting to understand how we can lie our way out of this one now.

The easiest way to look at these organizations is they don't have the ability to do anything to larger, more powerful countries. But they are used by those same larger countries to vilify smaller ones; often as a pretext to economically sanction or militarily attack them.
 
Also, the ICC (not ICJ) have issued an arrest warrant for Putin and the woman who is the Russian commissioner for children's rights for the forcible transfer (kidnapping) of children from one country to another during a conflict - that's two war crimes under the Rome statute. Nothing will of course happen, but it did result in Putin being extremely careful on which countries he is traveling to (if at all).

The ICC is investing Israel also, anyone know when it will be presented?
 
The easiest way to look at these organizations is they don't have the ability to do anything to larger, more powerful countries. But they are used by those same larger countries to vilify smaller ones; often as a pretext to economically sanction or militarily attack them.
It’s always interesting. At least the legal arguments are out their for people to refuse being gaslit.
 



Israel’s finance minister tells the ICJ to help him with ethnic cleansing if it wants to prevent Genocide.
 
Damn antisemites infiltrating every single international institution and working against Israel. Very unfair.
 
Another important news of the day.

“The Israeli Authorities have provided UNRWA with information about the alleged involvement of several UNRWA employees in the horrific attacks on Israel on 7 October.

“To protect the Agency’s ability to deliver humanitarian assistance, I have taken the decision to immediately terminate the contracts of these staff members and launch an investigation in order to establish the truth without delay. Any UNRWA employee who was involved in acts of terror will be held accountable, including through criminal prosecution…

https://www.unrwa.org/newsroom/offi...us-allegations-against-unrwa-staff-gaza-strip
 
Just awaiting the inevitable ICJ absolution of Israel today, and the nauseating smugness of US and Israeli officials with a 'told you so' response, as they continue to murder thousands more civilians.

Without being dramatic, I feel like today is possibly the day the whole notion of international law loses credibility permanently.
ICJ came through