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Added on the 24/05/2024 18:07:35 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
The Peace Palace, headquarters of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), in The Hague, Netherlands, as South Africa asks the top UN court to order an immediate halt to Israel's incursion in Rafah, describing it as a "genocidal" operation threatening the "very survival of Palestinians". IMAGES
Protesters chanting slogans against Israel's offensive in Gaza gather outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague. Protesters, some wearing Palestinian keffiyeh scarves, chant: "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free." The UN's top court has handed down its verdict in a landmark case brought by South Africa that Israel should do everything it can to prevent any acts of genocide in Gaza. IMAGES
Hostages released by Hamas after being held captive in Gaza since the October 7th massacre are transported through the Palestinian side of the Rafah crossing towards Egypt. IMAGES
Lorries carrying humanitarian aid arrive on the Palestinian side of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt. As part of the truce deal, Israel is to allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza, where 2.4 million people are struggling to survive amid shortages of food, water and fuel. IMAGES
Trucks loaded with humanitarian aid enter the Gaza Strip via the Rafah crossing. Ambulances carrying wounded wait to be let through to Egypt. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.