BDS movement calls for ‘maximum pressure’ after ICJ ruling
The nonviolent Palestinian-led movement Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) has called for “maximum pressure on all states to impose immediate targeted sanctions on Israel,” after the ICJ issued a ruling saying Israel’s settlement policies and exploitation of natural resources in the Palestinian territory were in breach of international law.
The movement, which attempts to use economic and cultural boycotts against Israel to achieve political change, had already gained momentum amid worldwide protest against the war in Gaza.
Historic ruling: ICJ finds Israel guilty of apartheid against Palestinians & its military occupation & annexation of Palestinian Territory as illegal.
We for maximizing pressure on all states to impose immediate targeted sanctions on Israel inc a comprehensive #MilitaryEmbargo. pic.twitter.com/ifALJRJK0E
— BDS movement (@BDSmovement) July 19, 2024
Egypt calls says ICJ advisory must be implemented
In a post on X, Egypt’s foreign ministry has called on “all parties” to the implement the ICJ’s ruling.
While not binding, the ruling calls on Israel to end its presence in the occupied West Bank and to give reparations for harm caused.
“We call on all international parties to implement the advisory opinion of international justice and help enable the Palestinian people to determine their destiny,” the statement said.
UN spokesperson details next steps after ICJ ruling
Speaking to reporters, UN deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq has said the ICJ advisory ruling will now trigger a set of procedures.
It has been transmitted to UN secretary-general Guterres. He will then give his advisory opinion to the General Assembly.
“The next step then is in the hands of the General Assembly and it’s up to them to decide how to proceed in this matter,” he said.
