توجهت الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الانسان والشبكة العربية للمؤسسات الوطنية لحقوق الانسان التي تضم 18 مؤسسة وطنية لحقوق الانسان في 18 دولة عربية، بنداء عاجل لمدعي عام المحكمة الجنائية الدولية مطالبين من مكتبه التدخل واصدار تصريح وقائي فوري لمواجهة جرائم الحرب الاسرائيلية الدائرة في غزة ومنع وقوع كارثة انسانية وشيكة، وذلك بعد بدء سلطات الاحتلال بتنفيذ تهديدات وزير الجيش الاسرائيلي بقطع المياه والكهرباء وامدادات الوقوع والطاقة عن قطاع غزة. وحذرت الرسالة ان من شان هذه الاجراءات احداث نقص شديد في مياه الشرب وتعريض مئات الالف للموت الوشيك، وايضا تعطيل غرف العمليات والاجهزة الطبية الحساسة في المستشفيات. وطالبت المؤسسات المدعي العام فتح تحقيق جنائي في جرائم الحرب التي ترتكبها سلطات الاحتلال .

 

Mr. Karim Khan KC

Office of the Prosecutor

International Criminal Court

 

Request for Urgent Preemptive Statement on War Crimes in the Gaza Strip

 

Dear Mr. Khan,

 

We, the undersigned National Human Rights Institutions, writing to you to urgently request your attention and intervention in the ongoing situation in the Gaza Strip, where a looming humanitarian crisis and potential war crimes are threatening the lives and well-being of its civilian population.

 

 

We are deeply concerned about the escalating situation in the Gaza Strip, where Israel's actions have resulted in a dire humanitarian catastrophe. The recent threats made by the Israeli Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, to cut off electricity and block the entry of essential supplies, such as food and fuel, are alarming and pose a significant threat to the lives and well-being of the people in Gaza. What is particularly distressing is that these threats are being translated into action, as evidenced by the recent shutdown of the electricity plant. This situation has brought us to the brink of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe that demands immediate attention and intervention.

 

We are witnessing an acute shortage of drinking water, and essential medical equipment is at risk of being halted. It is imperative that these actions are halted without delay to prevent further suffering and loss of life. More than two million people in Gaza are in desperate need of assistance.

As you are well aware, the International Criminal Court plays a crucial role in upholding international law and ensuring accountability for war crimes. In light of the imminent humanitarian crisis in Gaza, we urgently request a preemptive statement from your office regarding the war crimes being committed by Israel. The actions and threats made by the Israeli Defense Minister must be thoroughly examined in the context of international humanitarian law.

The potential deprivation of electricity, food, water, and gas as part of a "complete siege" on Gaza is not only a breach of international law but also a grave violation of the fundamental principles of humanity. Such actions can severely harm innocent civilians, and it is our moral and legal duty to prevent and address these crimes.

We kindly request that your esteemed office promptly investigate these actions and threats and issue a public statement on the matter. The people of Gaza urgently need international intervention and support, and a clear stance from the International Criminal Court would send a powerful message that such actions will not go unpunished.

 

We believe that the International Criminal Court can play a pivotal role in ensuring justice and accountability in this critical situation. We appreciate your attention to this matter and hope for a swift and resolute response.

 

Thank you for your commitment to upholding international law and the principles of justice. We look forward to your timely response.

 

Sincerely