Donald Trump's proposal to permanently relocate millions of Palestinians from Gaza for its reconstruction, framed without consideration for international law, has drawn widespread condemnation from legal experts. They warn that such actions could constitute a war crime or crime against humanity, undermining the foundations of international treaties like the Geneva Conventions and the Rome Statute. Experts emphasize the dangers of this precedent and the implications for global peace, citing existing obligations under international law that prohibit permanent population transfers under occupation.
A head of state who makes no reference to international law That's very dangerous.
Under both codes, the arbitrary and permanent forcible transfer of populations is a crime.
It would encourage other world leaders to do similarly and contribute to a global breakdown of peace and security.
There is provision for the temporary displacement of civilians, but not outside occupied territory.
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