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What is the land-for-peace principle some hope will resolve conflict in the Middle East?
The U.S. testified at the United Nations’ court on Feb. 21, saying that Israel should not be “legally obligated to immediately and unconditionally withdraw” from occupied Palestinian territory and instead the International Court of Justice should work within the “land-for-peace” framework to issue their opinion.
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What it's like to rescues migrants at sea
“No one deserves to die at sea ... seeking a safe and more humane life,” said Leona Blankenstein, tactical coordinator of Sea Watch International, an organization dedicated to search and rescue in the Central Mediterranean Sea.
How I went from revenge to reconciliation
Aziz Abu Sarah grew up in East Jerusalem. When he was 9 years old, his older brother was arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks and died shortly after his release from internal injuries sustained during his time in prison. “For eight years, my life was focused on revenge,” Aziz told Blue Marble. But when he was 18, he decided to study Hebrew.
My mother's death on Oct. 7th shook me awake
Activist Vivian Silver dedicated her life to building a path to peace between Israelis and Palestinians. On Oct. 7, she was killed in the Hamas attacks. Yonatan Zeigen talked with Blue Marble about his mother's life and the impact of her death.
How do Americans really feel about climate change?
How do Americans really feel about #climate change? Recent data shows that half of #Americans see climate change as a critical threat to the vital interests of the United States in the next 10 years. But that same data shows there's a big difference in the partisan breakdown of those numbers.
ICJ rules Israel must take immediate measures to protect Palestinians in Gaza Strip
The court did not order a cease-fire. In 63% of previous cases, it denied similar requests to stop military action.
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From oil to Ikea furniture: Red Sea conflict and Panama Canal drought delay shipments and could increase emissions
Over 90% of the world's traded goods are transported by ship.
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South Africa's case against Israel is the fifth time UN genocide law has been used this way
The ICJ is considering whether to approve provisional measures that would immediately order Israel to stop all military operations in the Gaza Strip.
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Who could be criminally charged because of the Israel-Hamas war?
The International Criminal Court, which prosecutes individuals for international crimes, has been investigating potential crimes committed in the Palestinian territories since 2021, including those committed by Hamas militants and Israeli military members during the Israel-Hamas war.
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What are the provisional measures South Africa is requesting in its genocide case against Israel?
The court could rule in a few weeks on whether to implement provisional measures that include ordering Israel to stop military actions in the Gaza Strip while the case is being determined.
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