Urgent Appeal to Address Israel's Violations of ICJ Provisional Measures

Dear President Biden and Members of Congress, I am writing to you with deep concern regarding the ongoing violations of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) provisional measures by Israel. The recent report from the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor has highlighted Israel's persistent disregard for the ICJ's rulings, further exacerbating the human rights situation in the region. As a signatory to the United Nations Charter and a member of the international community committed to upholding the rule of law and promoting human rights, it is imperative that the United States takes a strong stance against these violations and works towards ensuring accountability and justice for the affected populations. The ICJ's provisional measures, issued to protect the rights of the Palestinian people, including the right to life and the right to self-determination, must be respected and upheld by all parties involved. However, Israel's continued disregard for these measures has resulted in widespread human suffering, including arbitrary detention, forced displacement, and the destruction of homes and livelihoods. Therefore, I urge you to take immediate action to address Israel's violations of the ICJ provisional measures. Specifically, I call on you to: 1. Publicly condemn Israel's violations of the ICJ's rulings and call for immediate compliance with the provisional measures. 2. Utilize diplomatic channels to pressure Israel to cease all actions that contravene the ICJ's rulings and international law. 3. Support efforts to hold Israel accountable for its actions through appropriate legal mechanisms, including the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and other relevant international bodies. 4. Work towards a just and lasting resolution that respects the rights and dignity of all parties involved. Additionally, I urge you to work with Congress to ensure that the United States plays a constructive role in addressing these violations and promoting accountability and justice in the region. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I trust that you will take decisive action to address Israel's violations of the ICJ provisional measures and uphold the principles of international law and human rights. Source https://euromedmonitor.org/en/article/6260/Euro-Med-Monitor-to-UNHRC:-Address-Israel%E2%80%99s-violations-of-ICJ-provisional-measures