Senator Lindsey Graham expressed strong opposition to the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) ruling ordering Israel to cease its military operations in Rafah, Gaza.

Graham condemned the ICJ, stating it should be disregarded and asserting that Israel’s actions are necessary to combat Hamas.

The ICJ lacks enforcement mechanisms for its rulings, as evidenced by Russia’s disregard of a previous order., The Hill reported.

International pressure on Israel to end its Gaza offensive is growing, with several countries pledging recognition of a Palestinian state and the ICC seeking arrest warrants for Israeli leaders.

Graham denounced the ICC’s move as outrageous and pledged to pursue sanctions against it.

Written by B.C. Begley