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Irish Lawyer Takes Center Stage in ICJ Case Against Israel

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Find out how Ireland is making waves at the International Court of Justice with its involvement in the South Africa-Israel genocide case! #ICJ #Israel #Ireland

Sinn Féin has urged the Irish Government to join South Africa in its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The ICJ hearings have focused on the accusation of genocide in Gaza, with South Africa presenting what they call 'damning evidence' against Israel. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar hopes for an interim ceasefire order from the ICJ to halt the violence in Gaza.

The ICJ case has sparked intense debates, with Israel rejecting South Africa's genocide allegations, stating that its actions are not 'genocidal in character.' As the ICJ hearings progress, the world watches as South Africa lays out its case against Israel's actions in Gaza. Amidst the legal battle, an Irish lawyer, Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh, represents a significant voice in the courtroom.

In a surprising turn of events, Tunisia has opted not to endorse legal actions against Israel in the ICJ, raising questions about regional dynamics. Despite challenges, the ICJ genocide hearings offer hope for Palestinians and underscore the importance of international justice in conflict resolution.

In a twist of fate, at a crucial moment in the ICJ proceedings, Israel defends its actions in Gaza while facing accusations of distorting the truth. The ICJ case against Israel marks a pivotal moment in international law and human rights, shaping the discourse on conflict resolution and justice on a global scale.

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SF urges Government to join ICJ case against Israel (RTE.ie)

Sinn Féin has said there is no logical reason why the Government is not joining South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.

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Taoiseach hopes ICJ makes interim ceasefire order while ... (The Irish Times)

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he hopes the International Court of Justice might make an interim order calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, while it ...

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ICJ hears South Africa's genocide case against Israel over Gaza war (Aljazeera.com)

South Africa accuses Israel of violating UN's 1948 Genocide Convention, established in the Holocaust's wake.

Genocide case against Israel at ICJ 'pivotal moment' for int'l system ... (Anadolu Agency)

South Africa presented 'damning evidence,' says assistant minister for multilateral affairs of Palestine - Anadolu Ajansı.

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UN court hears South Africa genocide case against Israel (BBC News)

Israel rejects South Africa's accusation that its actions in Gaza are "genocidal in character".

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As International Court of Justice hearings commence, WCC calls on ... (World Council of Churches)

World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay marked 11 January as a “significant moment for justice and the rule of law,” as ...

UN human rights experts welcome start of ICJ genocide hearings in ... (OHCHR)

GENEVA (11 January 2024) – UN human rights experts* today welcomed the start of hearings before the International Court of Justice (“ICJ”) of a case brought ...

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At World Court, South Africa accuses Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza (Reuters)

Top UN court opens hearings on Gaza genocide allegations · Hearings focus on request for emergency measures · Case brought over Israel's devastating war in Gaza ...

UN human rights experts welcome start of ICJ genocide hearings in ... (ReliefWeb)

News and Press Release in English on occupied Palestinian territory and 1 other country about Protection and Human Rights; published on 11 Jan 2024 by UN ...

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Tunisia will not endorse legal actions against Israel in ICJ (The New Arab)

Several recent reports have suggested a potential normalisation deal between Tel Aviv and Tunis as Israel endeavours to widen its influence in North Africa.

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Does the ICJ have the Legal Authority to Pronounce itself on the ... (EJIL: Talk!)

Jesse Lempel raises a profound issue in his recent post concerning the South African application for provisional measures against Israel in the Gaza ...

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The ICJ cannot force Israel to cease its genocide in Palestine (CAGE)

The ICJ hearing is a welcome move as it will present compelling evidence of Israel's genocidal campaign. However, the 20 year experience of CAGE ...

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Live: Israel fights 'genocide' charge as US-led strikes in Yemen ... (FRANCE 24)

Israel is not seeking "to destroy" the Palestinian people in its war in Gaza, top lawyer Tal Becker told the International Court of Justice on Friday, ...

ICJ genocide hearings against Israel offer hope for Palestinians ... (Anadolu Agency)

'States have a positive obligation to prevent and punish genocide and other atrocity crimes,' says organization's secretary general - Anadolu Ajansı.

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Live: Israel's response to South Africa's genocide case at the ICJ (Aljazeera.com)

People holding Palestinian flags and banner, gather in front of International Court of Justice (ICJ) to stage a pro-Palestinian demonstration on the opening ...

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South Africa lays out genocide case against Israel at ICJ (JURIST)

Following Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israeli civilians, Israeli forces have launched a full-blown military campaign in the Gaza Strip. Though South Africa is not ...

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Israel to present its defense against genocide claims on second day ... (The Times of Israel)

It says the Israel Defense Forces is targeting Hamas terrorists, not Palestinian civilians but that civilian casualties in the fighting are unavoidable as ...

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Who is the Irish lawyer representing at the ICJ? All about Blinne Ní ... (Irish Examiner)

South Africa accuses Israel of breaching the UN genocide convention in its conduct of the war against Hamas in Gaza since October 7. Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh told ...

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Israel says South Africa distorting the truth in ICJ genocide case (BBC News)

Its lawyer rebuffs South Africa's accusations while defending actions in Gaza at the UN's top court.

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