DEN HAAG: UN-Gericht urteilt! Sofortiger Stopp von Rafah-Offensive – Israel lehnt Anordnung ab! Israels Militär rückt weiter im …
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Title: UN Court Orders Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza, Israel Refuses Compliance
In a landmark decision, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague has ruled for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip. The ICJ, the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, issued the order on Tuesday, citing international humanitarian law and the protection of civilians.
The ruling comes amidst the Israeli military's ongoing offensive in the Rafah area of the Gaza Strip, which has resulted in numerous civilian casualties and widespread destruction. The ICJ's order was directed at both Israel and Palestinian armed groups, urging them to halt all military operations and to respect the principles of proportionality and distinction in armed conflict.
However, Israel has rejected the ICJ's ruling, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stating that the court has no jurisdiction over the matter. Israel maintains that it has the right to defend itself against attacks from Palestinian militants, and that it will continue its military operations until the threat is neutralized.
The ICJ's ruling is not legally