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Germany argues ICJ has no power to hear Nicaragua genocide case
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Germany is seeking dismissal of Nicaragua's genocide case at the International Court of Justice, arguing the court lacks jurisdiction to hear the matter, Al Jazeera English reported. Nicaragua has accused Germany of complicity in genocide in Gaza through its arms sales and military support policies.
The legal challenge focuses on whether the ICJ possesses the authority to adjudicate the case rather than addressing the substance of Nicaragua's genocide allegations. Germany's position contests the court's power to proceed with the complaint and represents a preliminary procedural challenge designed to halt the case before it reaches the merits phase.
