Christian Society for the Holy Places v. Minister of Defence and Others

Abstract

War and neutrality — Warfare on land — Occupation of enemy territory — Legislative, judicial and administrative functions of the occupant — Military administration of occupied territory — Geneva Convention Relative to Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, 1949, Article 65 — Hague Regulations, 1907, Article 43 — Obligation of occupying power to respect law in force in occupied area unless absolutely prevented — Duty to restore and ensure as far as possible public order and safety — Right of occupant to amend local law for the well being of civil population — The law of Israel