On Thursday, judges at the International Court of Justice unanimously ruled that Israel must take all necessary and effective measures to ensure prompt delivery of basic food supplies to the Palestinian population in Gaza.
The International Court of Justice stated that the Palestinians in Gaza are experiencing deteriorating living conditions, with famine and starvation becoming increasingly prevalent. “The court notes that Palestinians in Gaza are not just at risk of famine anymore but are indeed experiencing famine,” the judges remarked in their order.
South Africa, as part of its ongoing case accusing Israel of state-led genocide in Gaza, requested these new measures.
In January, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), also known as the World Court, instructed Israel to abstain from any actions falling under the Genocide Convention and to ensure its forces refrain from committing genocidal acts against Palestinians in Gaza.
The recent order reaffirmed the measures outlined in January, with the additional requirement that Israel guarantee unimpeded access to essential services and humanitarian aid, including food, water, electricity, medical supplies, and healthcare for Palestinians across Gaza.
The judges emphasized that this could be achieved “by expanding the capacity and quantity of land crossing points and keeping them operational for as long as required.”
Additionally, the court mandated Israel to provide a report within one month after the order outlining the measures taken to implement the ruling.
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