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US Defends Israel's Strikes as Others Condemn at ICJ

5/1/2025

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In a heated ICJ hearing, the US staunchly defended Israel's strikes on UN agencies in Gaza, asserting their legality under international law. Meanwhile, Bolivia, Russia, and Indonesia condemned these actions as breaches of humanitarian duties. Turkey urged for an advisory opinion, spotlighting the urgent humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.

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In a heated ICJ hearing, the US staunchly defended Israel's strikes on UN agencies in Gaza, asserting their legality under international law. Meanwhile, Bolivia, Russia, and Indonesia condemned these actions as breaches of humanitarian duties. Turkey urged for an advisory opinion, spotlighting the urgent humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.