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South Africa Files ICJ Case Accusing Israel Of 'Genocidal Acts' In Gaza

People hold hands as they inspect buildings hit during Israel's bombardment in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on December 29, 2023 (Credit: AFP)

South Africa launched a case on Friday at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Israel for what it said were "genocidal" acts in Gaza, with Israel rejecting the case "with disgust."

According to a statement, the ICJ application related to alleged violations by Israel of its obligations under the Genocide Convention, and said that "Israel has engaged in, is engaging in and risks further engaging in genocidal acts against the Palestinian people in Gaza."

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