ICC Probe in Palestinian Territories Advances – Slowly Mike Wagenheim 03/04/2021 Jurisdictional issues and external factors could still weigh down international court’s investigation of Israel and Hamas Last month’s ruling by the International Criminal Court that it has jurisdiction over the disputed West Bank, Gaza Strip and the eastern portion of Jerusalem set off a thunderstorm of reaction through the international community. Wednesday’s confirmation by ICC Chief Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda that she is moving forward with her investigation is generating a new maelstrom. The court of last resort stepping in to investigate potential war crimes under controversial circumstances has led some to believe that Israel is being unfairly targeted by yet another international organ, while others feel long-awaited justice may finally be served.