:quality(85)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/infobae/7BQME6YRCBFVVIXST2IARMXTRQ.png "Germany defended itself against Nicaragua before the International Court of Justice and affirmed its commitment to Israel")
Nicaragua Takes Germany to International Court Over Military Support for Israel
In a high-stakes legal battle at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Nicaragua has accused Germany of violating the UN Genocide Convention by supplying military weapons to Israel. The case, filed by Daniel Ortega’s regime, asserts that Germany’s support for Israel is facilitating a “genocide” in Gaza.
Germany has firmly denied these allegations, stating that Israel’s security is a top priority in its foreign policy. The German lawyer representing the country at the ICJ argued that Nicaragua’s accusations have no basis in fact or law.
Nicaragua has requested urgent measures to prevent Germany from providing further military assistance to Israel, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza as a reason for concern. The ICJ will now consider these requests, although any decisions made by the court are binding but lack enforcement mechanisms.
Germany, on its part, has defended its actions, stating that its support for Israel is based on a thorough assessment of the situation on the ground. The country has also resumed funding for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, after temporarily suspending it pending an investigation.
The legal battle between Nicaragua and Germany highlights the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the role of international actors in the region. It could be several weeks before the ICJ issues a ruling on the case, which has drawn international attention.