Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza, accusing the country of violating international rulings and committing grave human rights violations. The remarks were made by the Kingdom’s representative, Mohamed Saud Alnasser, during the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearings on Tuesday.
Speaking before the court, Alnasser criticized Israel for disregarding previous ICJ rulings, emphasizing that there is “no justification for Israel’s violations in Gaza.” He expressed particular concern over the extensive destruction in the region, stating that Israel had “turned Gaza into a pile of rubble,” drawing attention to the widespread devastation and civilian suffering caused by the conflict.
These statements were made during the second day of the ICJ’s hearings, which are focused on assessing Israel’s humanitarian obligations toward Palestinians. The hearings are part of a broader effort to evaluate whether Israel has complied with international legal standards in its military actions during the ongoing war on Gaza.
The timing of the hearings is critical, as the Gaza Strip has been under a total Israeli blockade for over 50 days, severely restricting aid access and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The ICJ proceedings aim to hold Israel accountable for its actions and determine whether the country has adhered to its international legal responsibilities during the conflict.