# Nicaragua-Germany ICJ genocide case > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nicaragua-germany-icj-genocide-case > Updated: 2026-09-11T01:46:52.000Z. Sources: 45. Developments: 2. Nicaragua initiated legal proceedings against Germany at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), alleging that Berlin violated the 1948 Genocide Convention and international humanitarian law. Nicaragua contends that Germany’s provision of military equipment and support to Israel facilitates genocide in the Gaza Strip. Germany has formally challenged the ICJ’s jurisdiction and the admissibility of the claims, seeking a dismissal. German representatives argue that the court lacks competence to address the matter, asserting that the dispute is not a classic bilateral controversy and that Israel is not a party to the proceedings. Berlin maintains that its arms exports undergo strict authorization processes and that its support for Israel is based on historical responsibility. Following preliminary objections regarding jurisdiction, oral hearings have concluded. During these proceedings, Nicaragua’s representative, Ambassador Carlos Jose Arguello Gomez, argued that Germany cannot claim ignorance of the situation in Gaza. In response, Germany’s representative, Julia Monar, requested the court dismiss the case, characterizing the allegations as distorted. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Nicaragua concludes ICJ hearings against Germany over Palestinian territory Nicaragua has concluded hearings at the ICJ, accusing Germany of violating international law by providing military and political support to Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nicaragua-concludes-icj-hearings-against-germany-over-palestinian-territory ### 2026-09-06: Germany challenges Nicaragua's ICJ case over Gaza genocide allegations Nicaragua has taken Germany to the International Court of Justice, accusing Berlin of facilitating genocide in Gaza through arms exports to Israel. Germany is challenging the court's jurisdiction to hear the案. 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nicaragua-brings-genocide-allegations-against-germany-to-icj --- Cite as: Nicaragua-Germany ICJ genocide case. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nicaragua-germany-icj-genocide-case