Chile has recently aligned itself with a coalition of nations backing a genocide case against Israel that was initiated at the International Court of Justice last year. President Gabriel Boric expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, particularly the impact on women and children, during a speech to lawmakers on Saturday. He criticized the Israeli army for employing what he described as 'indiscriminate and disproportional' force in the region.
President Boric emphasized the need for a resolute and enduring response from the global community in light of these egregious acts. The move by Chile to support the genocide case comes after South Africa lodged a similar accusation against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, citing violations of the Genocide Convention.
