Hague

The Hague is a major city in the Netherlands and is often described as the country's de facto capital city.

In addition to hosting the Dutch seat of government, the city is also known for being a major center of international law. The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), among over 200 other organizations and institutions, are both based in the city.

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Representatives of hostage families arrive at the Hague to file complaint against Hamas leaders

On October 7, Hamas carried out a cross-border raid on southern Israel in which 1,200 Israelis were killed and around 240 were taken hostage, according to Israeli tallies.

By REUTERS
14/02/2024

Families of hostages fly to The Hague in suit against Hamas

"Hope dies last," one family member told media while waiting to board her flight to the Netherlands.

What Israel can learn from the US-led coalition's attacks on the Houthis

The sea may develop into an arena requiring greater Israeli effort, but could also create additional opportunities for international cooperation, and not only in the Red Sea.

By EHUD EIRAN
14/02/2024

South Africa approaches World Court over Israel's Rafah offensive

In past cases the ICJ has sometimes granted additional emergency measures when circumstances on the ground changed.

By REUTERS
13/02/2024

Families of hostages set to file suit against Hamas at the Hague

The charges against Hamas include genocide, kidnapping, crimes of sexual violence, and torture.

 Emergency workers stand near the Israeli embassy in Stockholm, January 31, 2024

Netherlands adds extra security at Israeli embassy in The Hague

The Netherlands added extra security at the Israeli embassy in The Hague on Thursday following a threat.

By REUTERS
08/02/2024

Julia Sebutinde, who voted with Israel on all counts at ICJ, elected court's vice-president

She will serve alongside Lebanese Judge Nawaf Salam, who was elected president of the court. They will hold their positions for three years.

08/02/2024

The great divide of Jewish thought on the essence of Zionism

To satisfy the needs of those who require rabbinic guidelines, Israel urgently needs interpreters between the Jewish approaches.

By TOVA HERZL
07/02/2024

China cyberspies hacked computers at Dutch defense ministry

It is the first time the Netherlands has publicly attributed cyber espionage activity to China, as tensions surrounding national security grow between Beijing and The Hague.

By REUTERS
06/02/2024

After Gaza war decision, Israel's battle in The Hague will be over 'legality of the occupation'

The hearing will begin this month on the request submitted by the UN, and the decision could be published as early as this year.

By BINI ASHKENAZI
05/02/2024
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