UN requested to decide on Israeli Gaza aid prohibition
Norway has requested that the United Nations assess whether Israel is unlawfully obstructing aid to Palestinians living under occupation. Read Full Article at RT.com
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### Norway Seeks Clarity on Israel's Obligations Under International Law
Norway has called upon the UN to assess whether Israel is in violation of international law by preventing the UN's Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees from providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Norwegian government expressed its formal request for the UN General Assembly to seek a ruling from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the following question: “Does Israel violate international law as it prevents the UN, international humanitarian organization and states from providing humanitarian assistance to the Palestinians under occupation?”
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre criticized what he described as “systematic obstacles” hindering humanitarian aid delivery to Palestinians. He urged the ICJ to “pronounce on Israel’s obligations to facilitate humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian population, delivered by international organizations, including the UN, and states,” further announcing Norway's intention to introduce a relevant resolution at the UN General Assembly.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide also condemned the actions of Israel, stating that the UNRWA ban “will have severe consequences for millions of civilians already living in the most dire of circumstances” and could destabilize the Middle East.
The Norwegian backlash followed the adoption of two bills by Israeli MPs on Monday, which obstruct the operations of UNRWA, the organization responsible for aiding Palestinian refugees. Israeli officials have accused the agency of being “an integral supporter of terror and hate” and of helping to “eternalize poverty and suffering.”
Israel has also alleged that some UNRWA employees were involved in the surprise Hamas attack last October and that many were linked to the Palestinian militant group. In August, UNRWA terminated the employment of nine staff members due to potential involvement in hostilities, while citing insufficient evidence against nine others.
The decision by West Jerusalem to restrict UNRWA activities has prompted international criticism, with Norway, the UK, and Iceland among those condemning the Israeli measures.
In the context of the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict, Israel has faced accusations of inhumane treatment in Gaza. As hostilities continue without resolution, several countries, including Norway, Ireland, and Spain, have recognized Palestine as a state, leading to unrest in West Jerusalem.
As reported, the Hamas-Israel war has thus far resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,700 Israelis and 42,000 Palestinians, with Gaza experiencing unprecedented levels of destruction.
Ramin Sohrabi for TROIB News
Norway has called upon the UN to assess whether Israel is in violation of international law by preventing the UN's Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees from providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Norwegian government expressed its formal request for the UN General Assembly to seek a ruling from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the following question: “Does Israel violate international law as it prevents the UN, international humanitarian organization and states from providing humanitarian assistance to the Palestinians under occupation?”
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre criticized what he described as “systematic obstacles” hindering humanitarian aid delivery to Palestinians. He urged the ICJ to “pronounce on Israel’s obligations to facilitate humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian population, delivered by international organizations, including the UN, and states,” further announcing Norway's intention to introduce a relevant resolution at the UN General Assembly.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide also condemned the actions of Israel, stating that the UNRWA ban “will have severe consequences for millions of civilians already living in the most dire of circumstances” and could destabilize the Middle East.
The Norwegian backlash followed the adoption of two bills by Israeli MPs on Monday, which obstruct the operations of UNRWA, the organization responsible for aiding Palestinian refugees. Israeli officials have accused the agency of being “an integral supporter of terror and hate” and of helping to “eternalize poverty and suffering.”
Israel has also alleged that some UNRWA employees were involved in the surprise Hamas attack last October and that many were linked to the Palestinian militant group. In August, UNRWA terminated the employment of nine staff members due to potential involvement in hostilities, while citing insufficient evidence against nine others.
The decision by West Jerusalem to restrict UNRWA activities has prompted international criticism, with Norway, the UK, and Iceland among those condemning the Israeli measures.
In the context of the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict, Israel has faced accusations of inhumane treatment in Gaza. As hostilities continue without resolution, several countries, including Norway, Ireland, and Spain, have recognized Palestine as a state, leading to unrest in West Jerusalem.
As reported, the Hamas-Israel war has thus far resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,700 Israelis and 42,000 Palestinians, with Gaza experiencing unprecedented levels of destruction.
Ramin Sohrabi for TROIB News
