ICJ Rules out Israeli Wall

World | July 10, 2004, Saturday // 00:00

The World Court has ruled that Israel must immediately stop its construction of the West Bank barrier, saying it is tantamount to annexation and in violation of international humanitarian law. The Hague-based court ruled on Friday that parts encroaching on Palestinian territory should be dismantled and Israel must pay compensation for damage caused by the West Bank wall. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) also rejected Israel's contention that it did not have jurisdiction to rule on the legality of the barrier Israel is building in the West Bank.

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