Israel: Palestinians
Lords · Question HL295 · Tabled 24 Jul 2024 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record
Answered 8 Aug 2024
Question
Asked by The Lord Bishop of Gloucester
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they plan to take in response to the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice issued on 19 July regarding (1) Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestinian territories, and (2) its discriminatory laws
Answer
Answered by Lord Collins of Highbury, 8 Aug 2024
We have received the Advisory Opinion issued by the International Court of Justice on Friday 19 July and are considering it carefully before responding. The UK respects the independence of the International Court of Justice. The government is absolutely c...