The International Court of Justice has commenced hearings regarding Israel's responsibility to facilitate humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. This case follows a UN resolution aiming to determine if Israel is violating the UN Charter by restricting cooperation with UNRWA. Palestinian officials accuse Israel of severe human rights abuses, while Israel claims the UN is biased. The situation in Gaza is described by the UN as potentially the worst in 18 months due to Israel's military actions against Hamas.
"Israel is starving, killing, and displacing Palestinians while also targeting and blocking humanitarian organizations trying to save their lives," Palestinian Ambassador Ammar Hijazi stated.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar proclaimed, 'This case is part of a systematic persecution and delegitimization of Israel,' reacting to the UN requests.
The UN humanitarian agency described the situation in Gaza as 'probably the worst' it's been over the past 18 months amid ongoing military campaigns.
The General Assembly has urgently called on the ICJ to determine Israel's obligations regarding the unhindered provision of essentials to Palestinian civilians.
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