The European Union has acknowledged the Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning the
“Legal Consequences arising from the Policies and Practices of Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem.”
This landmark opinion draws several critical conclusions:
- Unlawful Presence of Israel: The ICJ has declared Israel’s continued presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) unlawful, urging that it must be ended swiftly.
- Immediate Halt to Settlements: Israel is obligated to immediately cease all new settlement activities and evacuate settlers from the OPT.
- Global Non-Recognition of Israel’s Actions: All states are under an obligation not to recognize the situation as legal or provide any assistance that would maintain the unlawful presence.
These findings align with the European Union’s long-standing positions, which are rooted in United Nations resolutions addressing the status of the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
Meta Description: The EU acknowledges the ICJ’s opinion that Israel’s actions in the Occupied Palestinian Territory are unlawful, urging an end to settlements and global non-recognition.
