International Court of Justice

The resolution also calls on member states not to sell arms or military equipment to Israel that would be used in Gaza, the West Bank, and east Jerusalem.

The upcoming UN General Assembly resolution on Israel, expected to pass, reflects the ongoing international bias against Israel and the Palestinians' strategy of pursuing symbolic victories.

The announcement was made after Walla reported that Israel asked the US Congress to put pressure on South Africa. 

The draft resolution calls for the implementation of recent ICJ decisions, including a withdrawal from the "Palestinian territories" within six months, among others.

John, it is not too late for you, as an authority on international law, to seek to promote the principles of that code regarding Hamas while there is still time.

In a debate between Novak and UN Ambassador Danny Danon, Danon called on the Council to "issue a clear and unequivocal condemnation of the barbaric terrorist organization."

Corbyn is also in talks with four other independent MPs to form a new pro-Palestine group, which would increase their sway in Parliament.

While the UN General Assembly does not have the enforcement power of the Security Council, the Palestinians view this as a critical step in their ongoing campaign against Israel.

The judges in The Hague clearly need to be reminded that, a mere nine months ago, evildoers from Gaza launched a murderous attack on peaceful citizens, whose only sin was being Jews.

Justin Welby - who also heads the worldwide Anglican Communion - said in a statement the ICJ opinion had made it clear the 'occupation' is "unlawful" and must end.