Gunness ignored the fact that despite that lawful blockade, which he falsely labeled "a clear breach of international law, " Gaza has experienced overall economic growth in recent years.

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They are increasingly entrenched in the operations of foreign governments and the international financial system, thereby weakening democratic institutions, degrading the rule of law, and undermining economic markets.

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International treaties constitute a major source of international law and are critical to establishing the respective rights and obligations of states in relation to many political, economic, military, environmental and other matters.

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