ICJ orders Israel to halt Gaza offensive, unlikely to comply

The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah, Gaza, but did not call for a full cease-fire. Israel faces growing international criticism, with over 35,000 Palestinians killed in the offensive. The court lacks enforcement power. South Africa seeks interim orders to protect Palestinians during legal proceedings accusing Israel of genocide. The International Criminal Court is pursuing war crimes charges against Israeli and Hamas leaders.