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South Africa is taking Israel to court for genocide in Palestine. What does it mean for the war in Gaza?

South Africa has taken Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ, also known as the World Court) in The Hague claiming genocide has been committed against Palestinians during the Gaza conflict.

The Conversation

Why international law matters

International law and its attendant structures are not ideal. But the world would be worse off if they weren’t there

The Hindu

Israel’s war on Gaza and the ‘obligation to prevent genocide’

Experts say ICJ case accusing Israel of genocide highlights Genocide Convention duties and a need for political will.

Al Jazeera

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Australia must back Palestine genocide case: advocate

As South Africa prepares to launch a genocide case against Israel at the Hague, an advocate has called on Australia to support the legal action.

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South Africa’s genocide case against Israel: expert sets out what to expect from the International Court of Justice

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will be holding public hearings on 11-12 January at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the seat of the court, in a case brought by South Africa against Israel. South Africa has accused Israel of violating the 1948 Genocide Convention in its military bombardment…

The Conversation

Which countries back South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ?

Here are countries which welcomed the ICJ case that says Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

Al Jazeera

What is the ICJ and what is South Africa’s claim against Israel?

International court of justice’s interim ruling has ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza and protect Palestinians

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Countries file UN complaint over Boeing 737-800 shot down by Iran in 2020

The Ukrainian plane was hit by two missiles Iran says were fired in error shortly after takeoff, killing 176 people.

Al Jazeera

UK Under Pressure To Call Out Israel's War on Hamas As Genocide After Myanmar Action

Five Western countries including the UK have legally supported claims of genocide against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice but refuses to call out Israel's war on Hamas.

International Business Times UK

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 94

Son of Al Jazeera journalist was killed by an Israeli missile and Al-Aqsa Hospital was evacuated. Here’s the latest.

Al Jazeera

How apartheid history shaped South Africa’s genocide case against Israel

Jewish groups have accused the ANC of antisemitism, but ICJ case stems from party’s longstanding support for Palestinians

The Guardian - US

UK accused of hypocrisy in not backing claim of genocide in Gaza before ICJ

Experts say submission to international court of justice on Myanmar six weeks ago makes stance ‘wholly disingenuous’

The Guardian - UK

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 90

Israel’s plan for Palestinian resettlement is condemned as the ICJ confirms public hearings. Here is the latest:

Al Jazeera

Netanyahu seeks ‘fundamental change’ on Lebanon border – as it happened

This blog has now closed. You can read our full report on the latest developments in the Middle East here and all our coverage of the Israel-Gaza war here.

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The Guardian - UK

Stakes high as South Africa brings claim of genocidal intent against Israel

Israel’s decision to defend itself at the international court of justice will make it harder for it to brush aside any adverse finding

Evening Standard

Israel to fight genocide claims made by South Africa at top UN court

A spokesperson for Israel has slammed the case as 'absurd blood libel'

Al Jazeera

Can South Africa’s ICJ case against Israel stop war in Gaza?

South Africa’s case might take years, but could add weight to growing international calls for Israel to stop the war.

The Independent UK

South Africa's genocide case against Israel sets up a high-stakes legal battle at the UN's top court

South Africa has launched a case at the United Nations’ top court alleging that Israel’s military campaign in Gaza amounts to genocide

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Al Jazeera

Israel promises to fight South Africa genocide accusation at ICJ

South Africa says magnitude of death and destruction in Gaza meets the threshold of the 1948 Genocide Convention.

The Independent UK

Fighting in southern Gaza city after Israel says it is pulling thousands of troops from other areas

Heavy fighting is reported in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis after Israel said it is withdrawing thousands of troops from other areas

Radio France Internationale

South Africa takes Israel to international court for 'genocidal' acts in Gaza

South Africa has asked the International Court of Justice to investigate Israel for what it called "genocidal" acts in Gaza. The Israeli government rejected the case as "baseless".

The Hindu

Morning Digest | South Africa files ICJ case against Israel for ‘genocidal acts’; Budget session only window for CAA implementation ahead of LS polls, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on December 30, 2023

International Business Times

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

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."

The Guardian - UK

South Africa launches case at UN court accusing Israel of genocide

Nation asks international court of justice to issue provisional measures ordering ceasefire; Israel describes case as ‘blood libel’

Al Jazeera

South Africa files case at ICJ accusing Israel of ‘genocidal acts’ in Gaza

Israel, which has been accused of meting out collective punishment on Palestinians, rejects the case at the UN court.

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