In late January 2026, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concluded its hearings on the merits of the case filed against Myanmar by The Gambia over the mass atrocities committed against the Rohingya ethnic minority in Myanmar. What began as an urgent legal effort focused on provisional measures has gradually evolved into a comprehensive examination of state responsibility under international law, and its implications will have an impact on the lives of Rohingya refugees.

Hearings on the case filed with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Myanmar alleging that atrocities against the Rohingya constitute genocide will begin on 12 January. During the three-week hearings at the ICJ, the parties are expected to present their arguments and supporting evidence about whether Myanmar violated the Genocide Convention. Human rights organizations have said that the hearings highlight the need for justice for the Rohingya.

<p>Amnesty International issued a statement in respond to the ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordering&nbsp;Myanmar to take &ldquo;provisional measures&rdquo; to prevent genocidal acts against the Rohingya community.&nbsp;</p>