Dausab argues Namibia's case against Israeli violations

Justice minister Yvonne Dausab on Friday represented Namibia at The Hague, Netherlands as nine countries met to coordinate measures against Israel’s alleged violations of international law.During the meeting, discussions were held on how to respond to threats against the International Criminal Court and how to defend Palestinian rights."We cannot and should not be selective in protecting human lives. Regardless of who the victims are, all lives matter. Palestinian lives matter," Dausab said."Following the meeting, it is expected that these nations will form the Hague Group and announce coordinated legal, economic, and diplomatic measures to hold Israel accountable for its violations of international law, including its ongoing actions in Gaza," a statement issued by Namibia’s ministry of justice stated.The meeting, which included state representatives from Belize, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Malaysia, Namibia, Senegal, and South Africa—convened by Progressive International—aims to explore collective action at both national and international levels to support international law and Palestinian rights during the ongoing crisis."The world cannot stand by and watch after we committed more than 75 years ago that such atrocities would never happen again," Dausab said.CriticismA statement from Progressive International highlights that this meeting and the expected announcement of coordinated measures come at a critical moment, as international law faces unprecedented pressure."Israel's violations in Gaza have been met with impunity, enabled by diplomatic and military support from powerful allies."To exacerbate this crisis, the United States, under President Donald Trump, imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court, undermining the very institutions designed to uphold justice and accountability," the statement reads.The Hague Group reportedly seeks to disrupt the systems that enable violations of international law and to hold offenders accountable.

Dausab argues Namibia's case against Israeli violations

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Namibian Sun 2026-01-21

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Dausab argues Namibia's case against Israeli violations

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