The International Responsibility of Israel for its Settlement Operations in the Palestinian-Occupied Territories

Authors : Mohammad Yousef

Pages : 39-52

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Publication Date : 2024-06-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :States bear international responsibility for wrongful acts committed by their authorities, institutions, representatives, or individuals, violating international obligations. Israel\'s construction of settlements in occupied Palestinian territories constitutes an internationally wrongful act, incurring international responsibility for damages and necessitating compensation. This article sheds light on the ongoing Israeli settlement operations in Palestinian-occupied territories, analyzing Israel\'s behavior in the framework of international law, including customary law, and the Fourth Geneva Convention. Moreover, It studies triggering Israel\'s international responsibility, the consequences of settlement operations, and the obligation to halt activities, emphasizing compensation for Palestinian communities. Finally, it addresses collective responsibility and the international community\'s role in legally intervening to cease Israeli settlement operations.
Keywords : Uluslararası sorumluluk, Uluslararası hukuk, İsrail, Filistin, işgal altındaki topraklar

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