South Africa Accuses Israel of Genocide at UN Court
Israel Responds to Allegations with Disgust, Calls Case a 'Blood Libel'
- South Africa has filed a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of committing genocide in its military campaign in Gaza.
- South Africa's application describes Israel's actions as 'genocidal in character' and calls for the court to issue 'provisional measures' calling for a ceasefire.
- The ICJ case is likely to take years to resolve, but it could significantly sway international public opinion.
- Israel has responded to the allegations 'with disgust', calling South Africa's case a 'blood libel' and urging the ICJ to reject it.
- The International Criminal Court (ICC) is already investigating possible war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by both Hamas and Israel.