Israel Defends Against Accusations at UN Court, Denies Genocide in Gaza

Israel has responded to South Africa's request for emergency measures to prevent starvation in Gaza, arguing the accusations are baseless and emphasizing its efforts to alleviate suffering.

Israel urged the International Court of Justice to reject South Africa's request for interim orders aimed at preventing starvation in Gaza, labeling the accusations as unfounded.
The UN food agency warns that famine is imminent in northern Gaza, with 70% of the population facing catastrophic hunger.
Israel denies its military campaign in Gaza constitutes a breach of the Genocide Convention, attributing civilian casualties to the war's intensity.
The International Court of Justice has not set a date to rule on South Africa's request but previously ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide.
The European Union's top diplomat, Josep Borrell, described the impending famine in Gaza as 'entirely man-made,' highlighting the use of starvation as a weapon of war.