UN Court Concludes Hearings on Israel's Occupation of Palestinian Territories

The International Court of Justice has completed its final day of hearings, with deliberations to follow on the legality of Israel's occupation.

The UN's top court, the International Court of Justice, has wrapped up a week of hearings on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, with an advisory opinion expected in the coming months.
Countries and international organizations presented arguments against Israel's occupation, citing violations of international law and the right to self-determination for Palestinians.
Israel, arguing its right to self-defense, did not participate in the hearings but submitted a written statement describing the proceedings as prejudicial.
The hearings come amid Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza, with the Palestinian death toll reportedly reaching nearly 30,000 since October.
The court's upcoming advisory opinion could set legal parameters for future negotiations and impact international support for Israel.