ICJ opinion necessitates arranging Palestinian right to return to 1967 lands, legal experts say

While nonbinding, the advisory opinion was described as historic by legal experts who say it has ramifications for Israel.

Legal experts are describing the opinion by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued on Friday as a striking and historic initiative that requires taking several legal steps, including allowing for the return of Palestinians who were displaced by Israel when it began its occupation of the Palestinian territories in 1967. The advisory opinion delivered by the World Court said that Israel must make reparations to Palestinians for damages caused by its occupation, and that the UN Security Council, the General Assembly and all countries have an obligation to not recognise Israel's occupation as legal. It also said that Israel is systematically discriminating against Palestinians in the occupied territory, and Israel has effectively annexed large portions of that territory through its occupation. Experts in international law who spoke to Middle East Eye noted that this is only an advisory opinion and is not legally binding. However, the significance of the court's conclusion on the matter could have a significant impact on Israel's reputation, which has already been affected by its war on Gaza which has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians so far. It could also have a significant impact on the larger legal discourse surrounding Israel's treatment of Palestinians.

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