UN Anti-Racism Panel To Investigate Israeli Actions In West Bank, Gaza

The UN is launching an investigation into whether Israel is promoting apartheid in the occupied Palestinian territories, following a complaint by the Palestinian Authority. This marks the first time a member has lodged a report against another under the UN's antiracism convention. Despite Israel not recognizing the Palestinian Authority's membership, the UN has decided to proceed with the complaint. The International Criminal Court is also investigating alleged war crimes by Israel and Hamas during the 2014 Gaza offensive, although Israel does not recognize the ICC's jurisdiction.

What prompted the Palestinian Authority to file a complaint against Israel?

• Israel's military actions in Lebanon

• Israel's economic policies

• Israel's trade agreements with other countries

• Israel's discriminatory policies in the West Bank and Gaza

What is the significance of the UN's decision to move forward with the complaint?

• It results in the expulsion of Israel from the UN.

• It leads to immediate sanctions against Israel.

• It signifies the end of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

• It marks the first time a member has lodged a report against another under the UN's antiracism convention.

What is the main challenge in the conciliation process between the Palestinian Authority and Israel?

• Lack of international support

• Israel's undecided participation

• Geographical barriers

• Financial constraints

What did the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor state regarding the 2014 Gaza offensive?

• The charges are only against Palestinian groups.

• There is a reasonable basis to investigate alleged Israeli war crimes.

• There is no basis for investigation.

• The investigation is complete.

Why does Israel dismiss the ICC's jurisdiction in its affairs?

• Israel is not a member of the ICC.

• Israel has resolved all conflicts internally.

• The ICC has no legal standing.

• The ICC supports only Palestinian claims.