The International Court of Justice did not propose a ceasefire in Gaza
The International Court of Justice in The Hague did not ask Israel to end its military operations in the Gaza Strip, but it obliged the country to take further measures to protect Palestinian lives.
The majority of the judges at the International Court of Justice voted for immediate actions that mostly covered South Africa’s demands, except for the order to stop Israel’s military operations in Gaza. South Africa had requested an immediate ceasefire from the court.
However, the court ordered Israel to refrain from any actions that might fall under the Genocide Convention and to ensure its soldiers do not commit genocide in Gaza. Israel must also take immediate actions to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The International Court of Justice also ruled that Israel must take all necessary measures within its power to punish those who incite genocide in the Gaza Strip.