South Africa levels Accusations Of Genocide Against Israel In Gaza, Initiates Legal Action At ICJ


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South Africa, a member of the United Nations (UN), has taken a significant step by filing an application against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), often referred to as the World Court.

The accusations leveled against Israel by South Africa involve alleged crimes of genocide perpetrated against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. This legal action, initiated by South Africa, underscores its grave concern for the plight of civilians caught in the ongoing Israeli attacks on Gaza.

The South African presidency stated that the legal proceedings are driven by the indiscriminate use of force and forcible removal of inhabitants in the Gaza Strip. Furthermore, South Africa has expressed distress over reports of international crimes, including crimes against humanity and war crimes, being committed during the ongoing massacres in Gaza. The accusations go even further, suggesting that Israel’s actions in Gaza are deemed genocidal in character, exhibiting a specific intent to destroy Palestinians in Gaza within the broader Palestinian national, racial, and ethnical group.

Lior Haiat, Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, vehemently rejected South Africa’s claims, denouncing them as a “blood libel.” Haiat asserted that the allegations lack both factual and legal basis and accused South Africa of engaging in a “despicable and contemptuous exploitation” of the court. He contended that Israel operates in accordance with international law, directing its military efforts solely against the Hamas terrorist organization and other groups collaborating with Hamas. Israel emphasized its commitment to limiting harm to civilians in Gaza and facilitating the entry of humanitarian aid.

Furthermore, the Israeli official accused South Africa of cooperating with a terrorist organization seeking the destruction of the Jewish nation. Despite global calls for a ceasefire, Israel has maintained its stance since the October 7 attack by Hamas, rejecting the cessation of hostilities until the perceived threat from Hamas is neutralized. The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza has reported casualties exceeding 21,000, but Israel disputes these figures, accusing Hamas of inflating the numbers. The complexities of this legal dispute highlight the intricate geopolitical and humanitarian challenges surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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