International Law
West Bank, Gaza antiquities bill raises international law concerns, legal adviser warns Knesset
The comments came as lawmakers prepared to advance the legislation on West Bank and Gaza antiquities toward final votes in the committee.
ICC denies ‘inaccurate’ report it is seeking new warrants against Israeli officials
Syrian pilot confessions reveal centralized bombing orders during war
Swiss National Council votes against recognizing Palestinian state
IDF targets multiple Hamas command centers situated in school buildings
The IDF targeted Hamas command centers in Gaza, using precision strikes to minimize civilian risk while addressing immediate threats to Israeli forces.
Terrorism and self-determination: International law is on Israel’s side - opinion
The post-9/11 consensus on outlawing terrorism is being undermined by renewed support for its use in the name of national liberation, notably affecting Israel.
Israel challenges ICC jurisdiction, legality of proceedings in official objection to case filing
Israel filed an official objection that questioned the legality of the ICC prosecutor's request to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant
Recent events and decisions could be potentially harmful for Israel's near future - opinion
Recent domestic and international events may have severe consequences regarding Israel's position in its war against Iranian proxies, possibly resulting in a quick escalation with a heavy price.
The Advisory Opinion on Palestine is a bad omen for international law - opinion
The ICJ's 2024 Advisory Opinion on Israel is criticized for bias, inaccuracies, and reliance on UN reports over primary sources.
IDF reservist soldier who refuses to continue serving in Gaza speaks out
Yuval Green, a 26-year-old reservist, said the IDF is utilizing Palestinian homes for military purposes and that soldiers take “souvenirs, vandalize the homes, and destroy things for no reason.”
Israeli leaders slam ICJ's call for end to 'illegal' activities in Palestinian territories
The ICJ's decision led to new accusations that the UN court is 'antisemitic', 'one-sided' and would consider Israel an 'occupier' regardless of its actions and the reality of the situation.
Israel finally weighing state inquiry to block ICC – but will it be too late? - exclusive
If Israel waits until all the countries have filed on the issue, it may find itself once again “suddenly” rudely surprised by the ICC deciding against it before it has time to announce an inquiry.
Ex-chief justice: Gov't attack on judiciary paved way for ICC, ICJ war crimes charges
Netanyahu opposes state probe out of concern that diving deep into his failings would undermine his continued ability to serve as prime minister.
Israel follows international humanitarian law; now it needs to speak like it - comment
The Broad Perspective: While we have ample grounds to argue for the justification of the IDF’s operation in the Gaza Strip, it is legally bound to come under public scrutiny.
