International Courts and Gaza Conflict

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Questions and Answers

What type of crimes can the ICC prosecute?

Diplomatic immunity breaches

Environmental crimes

International law violations

War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity, and aggression (correct)

Which of the following is not a power held by the ICC?

Impose prison sentences

Seize assets derived from crimes

Order financial reparations to victims

Impose the death penalty (correct)

What is a primary function of the ICJ?

To resolve disputes between states (correct)

To impose sanctions on individuals

To issue punishments for war crimes

To conduct criminal trials for nations

What distinguishes the jurisdictions of the ICC and the ICJ?

The ICC has a limited jurisdiction restricted to specific crimes. Signup and view all the answers

What can a state request from the ICJ if its rights are in immediate danger?

Provisional measures to preserve rights Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following countries is not a party to the Rome Statute?

Russia Signup and view all the answers

What type of reparations can the ICJ order?

Financial compensation and guarantees of non-repetition Signup and view all the answers

Upon what basis does the ICC have jurisdiction?

Crimes committed by individuals in member states of the Rome Statute Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the International Criminal Court (ICC)?

To establish individual criminal responsibility for serious international crimes Signup and view all the answers

Which court is considered the principal judicial organ of the United Nations?

International Court of Justice (ICJ) Signup and view all the answers

When was the International Criminal Court (ICC) established?

2001 Signup and view all the answers

Who elects the judges of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?

The UN General Assembly and the Security Council Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant difference between the ICC and the ICJ?

The ICC focuses on individual criminal responsibility, while the ICJ settles disputes between states. Signup and view all the answers

What mechanism does the ICC use to enforce its arrest warrants?

States are obliged to comply with requested arrest warrants. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of the ICC?

To end impunity for the most serious international crimes Signup and view all the answers

How are trials conducted in the ICC?

As a standard criminal trial with prosecution and defense counsel. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

International Judicial Institutions: ICJ and ICC

ICJ (International Court of Justice) and ICC (International Criminal Court) are both located in The Hague.
They play crucial roles in upholding international law and justice but have different mandates.

The ICJ Overview

Established in 1945 as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Comprises 15 judges elected by the UN General Assembly and the Security Council.
Focuses on state responsibility and determines whether states have breached international law.
Issues judgments that can enforce reparations but does not hold individuals accountable.
Can issue “provisional measures” to protect rights in immediate danger.

The ICC Overview

Founded in 2001 under the Rome Statute as an independent international organization.
First permanent criminal court aimed at holding individuals accountable for serious international crimes.
Jurisdiction includes genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and aggression.
Conducts criminal trials with prosecuting and defending parties before a panel of judges.
Can impose prison sentences and financial reparations but does not implement the death penalty.

Current Involvement in Gaza Conflict

ICJ hearing arguments about genocide accusations against Israel.
ICC's prosecutor has applied for arrest warrants against leaders from both Israel and Hamas.

Jurisdiction Differences

ICJ addresses any international law issues, including border disputes and genocide.
ICC's jurisdiction is limited to crimes defined in the Rome Statute and only applies to member states.
Member states amount to 124, while notable absentees include the US, China, Russia, and Israel.

Enforcement and Compliance

ICC lacks a police force; compliance with arrest warrants is dependent on state parties.
ICJ can mandate reparations and non-repetition guarantees for breach of international law.

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Explore the roles of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This quiz delves into the recent actions taken by both courts regarding allegations of genocide and the political implications involved in the situation. Test your knowledge on international law and its impact on global conflicts.