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#israel
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

US says Israel likely violated international law with US arms in Gaza

Biden administration believes Israel's use of U.S.-provided weapons in Gaza likely breached international humanitarian law. Assessment gives leeway for future weapon restrictions to Israel. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Does Israel twist humanitarian law to justify Gaza carnage?

Israel justifies actions in Gaza under international humanitarian law.
Failure to enforce compliance weakens international law. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Berlin

Germany rejects allegations that it's facilitating acts of genocide in Gaza at UN court

Germany rejected Nicaragua's accusations at the International Court of Justice.
Nicaragua's case is part of attempts to restrict Israel's military actions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Law

UK government lawyers say Israel is breaking international law, claims top Tory in leaked recording

The British government received legal advice stating Israel breached international humanitarian law in Gaza.
The Conservative chair emphasized the importance of the government being transparent about their legal assessment on Israel. [ more ]
www.commondreams.org
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Sanders Says State Department's Position on Israel Makes a Mockery of US Law

Sanders criticizes State Department's stance on Israel's actions in Gaza
Biden administration requiring assurances from recipients of American military aid [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Lord Cameron: Israel needs a whole series of warnings' over Gaza

Israel needs to be given warnings over aid reaching Gaza to prevent dire humanitarian consequences.
Former UK Prime Minister pressing for more humanitarian aid with only half reaching Gaza in February. [ more ]
moreisrael
#ukraine
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Russia troops accused of executing' surrendering Ukraine soldiers: Report

Russian forces reportedly executed Ukrainian soldiers surrendering, amounting to potential war crimes. [ more ]
Independent.ie
3 months ago
EU data protection

Russia's war in Ukraine has had 'profound' impacts on Irish national security, says Tanaiste Micheal Martin

The war in Ukraine has impacted the stability of the European Union, which has provided €50bn in support to Ukraine.
Irish Minister Martin is pushing for a ceasefire and restoration of UNRWA funding in talks with US officials. [ more ]
moreukraine
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Three charged after pro-Palestine protesters hang banner outside Starmer's home

Pro-Palestine protesters charged with public order offences after demonstrating outside Sir Keir Starmer's home.
Youth Demand called for a two-way arms embargo on Israel, citing UK-manufactured weapons' role in causing genocide. [ more ]
#gaza-conflict
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Ireland to intervene in South Africa genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Ireland intervenes in South Africa's genocide case against Israel
Foreign Minister denounces violation of international humanitarian law in Gaza [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
EU data protection

High court rejects legal challenge over UK arms sales to Israel

UK high court dismisses case on arms sales to Israel
Organizations challenge UK government's arms export licenses to Israel [ more ]
moregaza-conflict
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
EU data protection

Gaza war threatens to shut down the West's fifth-gen fighter programme

A Dutch court has halted worldwide production of the F-35, citing potential complicity in Israeli human rights abuses.
The Court of Appeal in The Hague cited a clear risk that Israel's F-35 fighter jets might be used in the commission of serious violations of international humanitarian law. [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Public health

Satellite Photos Point to Indiscriminate Israeli Attacks on Gaza's Health Care Facilities

International humanitarian law prohibits attacks on hospitals and health care facilities during a conflict.
The IDF claims that Hamas has exploited medical facilities for terror activities in Gaza. [ more ]
#russia
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine updates: Putin vows to 'never back down' DW 12/31/2023

Russia and Ukraine engaged in a series of strikes, leading to civilian casualties and prompting an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council.
The UN condemned all attacks on cities, towns, and villages in both Ukraine and Russia, stating that they violated international humanitarian law. [ more ]
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine updates: UN Security Council holds emergency meeting DW 12/31/2023

Russia and Ukraine were engaged in a series of strikes that resulted in civilian casualties, prompting an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council.
The UN condemned all attacks on cities and towns in both Russia and Ukraine, stating that they violated international humanitarian law. [ more ]
morerussia
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Public health

Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?

In 2022, there have been a record 1,989 attacks on health-care facilities and personnel, the highest in the decade.
Health care in conflict zones, including Israel and Gaza, has been targeted, violating international humanitarian law. [ more ]
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