H.Res. 1041 is a nonbinding congressional resolution that condemns an International Court of Justice order from January 26, 2024, that imposed provisional measures against Israel in a case brought by South Africa alleging genocide. The resolution, sponsored by a group of House members, expresses support for Israel's right to self-defense following Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, argues that the ICJ order failed to consider Israel's self-defense rights and Hamas's violations of international law, and criticizes South Africa for bringing what it calls a meritless case. The resolution calls on the President to direct the Secretary of State to formally intervene in the ICJ case in support of Israel and to assess whether South Africa has been complicit in supporting Hamas. This is a symbolic measure with no direct funding or implementation timeline, as resolutions express the sense of Congress rather than enact law.
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