Host Rabia Mehmood is in conversation with Professor Francis Boyle, an American human rights lawyer and expert in international law. Professor Boyle's extensive experience includes representing Bosnia and Herzegovina at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and working on the rights of Palestinians.
Professor Boyle appreciates Francesca Albanese's report on the genocide in Gaza while condemning accusations of anti-Semitism against her. He emphasizes his long-standing support for Palestinians and criticizes the US for backing Israel despite its violations of international law.
The conversation highlights frustrations in global civil society over slow progress on the Palestinian issue, exacerbated by recent non-binding UN Security Council resolutions for a ceasefire. Professor Boyle asserts these resolutions are legally binding and criticizes the US for misinterpreting them.
Additionally, he proposed Pakistan's backing for the establishment of an International Criminal Tribunal for Israel, mirroring past tribunals for conflicts like the former Yugoslavia, to hold Israel accountable for its actions in Palestine.
Finally, Professor Boyle highlighted the significance of Pakistan supporting Palestine's full membership in the UN. This move could grant Palestine further diplomatic recognition and protection despite past obstacles at the UN Security Council.