International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion 2024-07-30
2024-07-30
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The ICJ published an advisory opinion on the legal consequences arising from Israel's policies and practices in occupied Palestinian territories. This raised questions about UK policy compliance.
What assessment has been made of the potential implications for UK policies of the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion on Israeli actions in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem?
We have received the advisory opinion and are considering it carefully. The UK respects the independence of the ICJ but acknowledges that the finding is complex, spanning 90 pages with varying views from judges. We will update the House when we have more to say.
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Specific commitments on next steps or sanctions against Israel
Sanctions Will Remain Under Review
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The ICJ's opinion clarified the unlawfulness of Israel's occupation and annexation. The recent expansion of illegal settlements has raised concerns.
What steps is the Foreign Secretary taking to ensure that Israel ends its unlawful occupation, including settlement expansions on the west bank and annexation of East Jerusalem?
The UK opposes the expansion of illegal settlements and settler violence. The Foreign Secretary raised these issues with Israeli authorities during his visit to the region within a week of taking office. We already have sanctions against eight people and two groups related to settlers in the west bank, and we will consider further action.
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We Will Look At All Options
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The ICJ concluded that Israel's occupation of Gaza, the west bank, and East Jerusalem is illegal, as well as its settlement policy.
Does the Government accept the ICJ's view that the occupation of Palestinian territories is illegal? If so, what actions will be taken to ensure appropriate sanctions are imposed against Israel?
The judgment is complex and requires careful consideration. We will update the House when we have more to say. Sanctions remain under review as previously mentioned.
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Concrete actions or timeline for sanctions implementation
Sanctions Will Remain Under Review
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