World Court

In a landmark decision, the International Court of Justice has unanimously ruled that Israel must take immediate action to ensure essential food supplies reach the Palestinian population in Gaza and prevent the spread of famine. Aid agencies report that only a fraction of the necessary supplies are currently reaching the enclave, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. The judges of the World Court emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that famine is now a stark reality for the people of Gaza. Watch for more.

World Court to rule in Ukraine case against Russia on March 16

In a hearing which was boycotted by Russia on March 7, Ukraine asked the court to order Russia to cease military activities because it said the invasion was based on a faulty interpretation of the UN genocide treaty.

Ukraine and Russia to face off at World Court over genocide claim

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Russia’s ”special military action” is needed "to protect people who have been subjected to bullying and genocide" – meaning those whose first or only language is Russian – in eastern Ukraine.