"The Legal Battle Over Israel's Occupation of Palestinian Territories"

Hearings have begun at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, where 52 countries are presenting evidence on the legal consequences of Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories. The case stems from a UN General Assembly request, with Palestine arguing that Israel’s presence in the occupied territories is illegal. The occupation, which began after the Six-Day War in 1967, has led to the construction of illegal settlements, restrictions on movement, and accusations of apartheid. The ICJ is expected to issue a non-binding opinion on the legal status of the occupation and its consequences.