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  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY Boredom will not be an issue over the coming year as each and every day is filled with new challenges and new opportunities. That might sound exhausting but the more active and ambitious you are the more the universe will reward you. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): If you ignore the so-called experts and follow your instincts this weekend you will end up in a very good place. Deep down you already know what your next move must be, so now you just need to be courageous and get on with it. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): If you are in any way dissatisfied with how things have worked out of late then do something about it over the next 48 hours. With Venus, your ruler, linked to Jupiter, planet of good fortune, you can easily change your life for the better. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): This weekend’s Venus-Jupiter link is good news for anything to do with your career and your finances. If you think you deserve a raise then let your employers know about it. On this ...

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World Court Orders Israel to Address Gaza Famine: Urgent Measures Required

In a unanimous ruling, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel to take immediate and effective action to ensure that basic food supplies reach the Palestinian population in Gaza without delay. The situation in Gaza has reached a critical point, with worsening conditions of life, famine, and starvation spreading among the population.

The ICJ’s order comes in response to a request by South Africa, which is part of an ongoing case accusing Israel of state-led genocide in Gaza. The court had previously ordered Israel to refrain from acts that could fall under the Genocide Convention and to prevent genocidal acts against Palestinians in Gaza. Now, the court has reaffirmed those measures and added new requirements.

Key Measures Ordered by the ICJ:

  1. Unhindered Provision of Basic Services: Israel must ensure the uninterrupted provision of essential services, including food, water, electricity, and medical supplies to Palestinians throughout Gaza.

  2. Increased Capacity and Number of Land Crossings: The court specifically calls for Israel to increase the capacity and number of land crossing points, keeping them open for as long as necessary. This move aims to facilitate the efficient transfer of humanitarian aid.

  3. Reporting Requirement: Israel is required to submit a report within a month detailing how it has implemented the court’s ruling.

The urgency of this situation cannot be overstated. The people of Gaza are facing not just a risk of famine but an actual crisis. The ICJ’s ruling emphasizes the need for immediate action to prevent further suffering and loss of life.

As the international community watches, Israel’s compliance with these orders will be closely monitored. The hope is that these measures will alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian population in Gaza and prevent further tragedy.


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