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Israel/Gaza: IBAHRI calls for adherence to international law
In the aftermath of the atrocities that took place on 7 October 2023, the President of the International Bar Association (IBA) issued a statement in condemnation of Hamas’s atrocity crimes. The statement acknowledged Israel’s right to self-defence.
In the aftermath of the atrocities that took place on 7 October 2023, the President of the International Bar Association (IBA) issued a statement in condemnation of Hamas’s atrocity crimes. The statement acknowledged Israel’s right to self-defence. In the weeks following, the International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has closely monitored consequent events, which have been fast-moving and evolving. The IBAHRI also understands the requirement for context while not condoning actions or viewing in a vacuum.
Each one of us expresses our heartbreak and dismay at the horrific toll already taken by this conflict.
The IBAHRI’s position on the unfolding situation in Israel/Gaza is premised on international law. On this basis, the IBAHRI firmly reminds all parties to the conflict: