International Court of Justice

The court also says Israel has not substantiated its allegations against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.

Dozens of countries will give evidence at the ICJ hearings, which Israel has labelled a "circus".

His appointment is another blow to Hezbollah, which had sought to reappoint caretaker PM Najib Mikati.

The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.

In January, the ICJ ordered Israel to prevent public statements inciting genocide - critics say it’s not doing enough.

It also says Israel should end all settlement activity there, in the landmark case.

Last week the UN's top court delivered the latest in a series of contested rulings in a case brought by S Africa.

In a dramatic move, the court supported a South African request to get Israel to halt its operation.