Israel must take steps to prevent genocide in Gaza, UN court says in ruling on temporary measures

The top court for the United Nations on Friday ordered Israel to take measures to prevent and punish direct incitement of genocide in its war in Gaza, although it stopped short of ordering a ceasefire in a case brought forth by South Africa.

Israel must take steps to prevent genocide in Gaza, UN court says in ruling on temporary measures
Police officers in uniform stand on an empty street as protesters waving flags are cordoned off over on sidewalks.

The top court for the United Nations on Friday ordered Israel to take measures to prevent and punish direct incitement of genocide in its war in Gaza, although it stopped short of ordering a ceasefire in a case brought forth by South Africa.