On the 26th January, a few days ago, the International Court of Justice delivered its interim verdict on the charges of genocide in a case brought by South Africa against Israel. The outcome was much more positive than many of us thought it would be.
Although the word genocide wasn't mentioned, the court did refer to genocidal statements made by Israeli politicians and officials. The court made clear that Israel must not commit war crimes including injuring and killing Palestinian civilians, and denying them, food, healthcare and energy.
As you would expect, the Israelis dismissed the finding of the court and continued to bomb Gazaand deny food, medical supplies, and energy to the Palestinians trapped there. So, the genocide continues.
The following day, Israel claimed that twelve members of UNWRA took part in the 7th October attacks by Hamas. This has lead to Many countries including the USA, UK, Germany to cease funding to the relief orgainsation, further worsening the plight of the people of Gaza. I haven't been able, as yet, to confirm this allegation is true, but if it is, why did the Israelis wait until the 27th January to reveal this? Why didn't we know weeks ago?
It has also been reported that Israeli settlers are trying to block aid entering Gaza.
And so, the death toll continues to grow, and the catastrophe remains with no end in sight. If you want to donate to UNWRA to help the Palestinians, you can do so here.
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