International Humanitarian Law and Middle East Conflict

The video discusses the serious international crisis involving the US and Israel, highlighting their violations of international humanitarian law as determined by the International Court of Justice. It covers the illegal settlements and annexation wall in occupied territories, supported by the US. The video also addresses the destruction of the Palestinian nation and the international isolation of the US and Israel due to their rejection of a diplomatic settlement, despite global consensus for a two-state solution.

What international body declared the settlements in occupied territories illegal?

• United Nations

• International Court of Justice

• World Trade Organization

• European Union

What is the primary purpose of the wall being built by Israel, according to the transcript?

• To mark the international border

• To separate different ethnic groups

• To protect Israeli settlers

• To prevent illegal immigration

Which US administration first officially supported Israel's policies in the occupied territories?

• Reagan Administration

• Bush Administration

• Obama Administration

• Clinton Administration

Why do US corporations not object to a militarized ally in the region?

• They have no economic interests in the region

• They are pressured by the government

• They benefit from high technology exports

• They are unaware of the situation

What is the stance of major Arab states regarding the conflict?

• They align with the US

• They actively oppose Israel

• They support a diplomatic settlement

• They remain passive

What is the role of Europe in the conflict, as mentioned in the transcript?

• Active military intervention

• Taking a passive role

• Supporting US policies

• Providing humanitarian aid

What has been the historical stance of the US and Israel regarding a diplomatic settlement?

• They have been neutral

• They have been internationally isolated in rejecting it

• They have supported it

• They have actively opposed it

What is the international consensus regarding the resolution of the conflict?

• A one-state solution

• Complete annexation by Israel

• Continued military conflict

• A two-state solution

Which countries have explicitly supported a two-state solution?

• United Kingdom and France

• United States and Israel

• Arab states and Iran

• Russia and China

What is the potential consequence of the US blocking a settlement?

• Strengthened US-Israel relations

• Continued conflict and serious ramifications

• Resolution of the conflict

• Increased international trade