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South Africa vs. Israel: ICJ Genocide Case Unraveled

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Get the inside scoop on the high-stakes ICJ hearings between South Africa and Israel over alleged genocide

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is currently the stage for a dramatic showdown as South Africa accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. Lawyers for South Africa have presented a compelling case, highlighting what they describe as Israel's 'genocidal assault.' The ICJ kicked off hearings where the legal teams sparred over the alleged violations of the UN's 1948 Genocide Convention by Israel. While South Africa passionately argues its points, Israel vehemently rejects the accusations, defending its actions in Gaza as necessary and not genocidal.

The ICJ proceedings have captured international attention, with UN human rights experts weighing in and various stakeholders closely monitoring the case. South Africa's lawyer, Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, has boldly stated that Israeli leaders have openly expressed 'genocidal intent' in Gaza. On the other side, Israel has faced accusations of distortions and a 'profound distortion' of facts by South Africa during the ICJ hearings.

As the ICJ hearings unfold, the world watches as the legal battle unfolds, with each side presenting its arguments fiercely. Day by day, new revelations come to light, shedding further light on the complexities and challenges of the case. The outcome of this high-profile ICJ case could have far-reaching implications for international law and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

In a surprising turn of events, Israel faces genocide charges at the World Court, a development that could have profound diplomatic consequences. On the other hand, the World Council of Churches (WCC) has called for respect for ICJ rulings on genocide, emphasizing the importance of justice and international law in resolving conflicts.

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ICJ hears South Africa's genocide case against Israel over Gaza war (Aljazeera.com)

South Africa accuses Israel of violating UN's 1948 Genocide Convention, established in the Holocaust's wake.

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Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh: Lawyer's closing statement in ICJ case against ... (The National)

A LAWYER speaking for South Africa at the International Court of Justice has painted a powerful picture of “Israel's genocidal assault” on…

ICJ kicks off hearings in 'genocide' case against Israel (Jewish Chronicle)

(JNS) The International Court of Justice in The Hague commenced provisional proceedings against Israel on Thursday morning, with lawyers for South Africa ...

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UN court hears South Africa genocide case against Israel (BBC News)

Israel rejects South Africa's accusation that its actions in Gaza are "genocidal in character".

UN human rights experts welcome start of ICJ genocide hearings in ... (OHCHR)

GENEVA (11 January 2024) – UN human rights experts* today welcomed the start of hearings before the International Court of Justice (“ICJ”) of a case brought ...

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Does the ICJ have the Legal Authority to Pronounce itself on the ... (EJIL: Talk!)

Jesse Lempel raises a profound issue in his recent post concerning the South African application for provisional measures against Israel in the Gaza ...

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Tunisia will not endorse legal actions against Israel in ICJ (The New Arab)

Several recent reports have suggested a potential normalisation deal between Tel Aviv and Tunis as Israel endeavours to widen its influence in North Africa.

UN human rights experts welcome start of ICJ genocide hearings in ... (ReliefWeb)

News and Press Release in English on occupied Palestinian territory and 1 other country about Protection and Human Rights; published on 11 Jan 2024 by UN ...

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S. Africa to ICJ: Israeli leaders explicit on Gaza genocide (The New Arab)

Lawyer Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, representing South Africa, said Israeli leaders have 'systematically and in explicit terms declared their genocidal intent' in ...

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Israel faces genocide charges at World Court; Gazans return to ... (Reuters)

Israel faced down accusations at the World Court on Thursday of genocide in its war in Gaza, as the first residents returned to scenes of total devastation ...

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The ICJ cannot force Israel to cease its genocide in Palestine (CAGE)

The ICJ hearing is a welcome move as it will present compelling evidence of Israel's genocidal campaign. However, the 20 year experience of CAGE ...

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Israel officials support Gaza destruction, court hears (BBC News)

South African lawyers present their case on the first day of a hearing at the UN's top court.

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At World Court, South Africa accuses Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza (Reuters)

Top UN court opens hearings on Gaza genocide allegations · Hearings focus on request for emergency measures · Case brought over Israel's devastating war in Gaza ...

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Day one of the ICJ genocide hearing against Israel: Key takeaways (Aljazeera.com)

South Africa laid out a list of alleged genocidal acts by Israel while seeking an injunction against the war.

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Jordan wants to present evidence in ICJ Gaza genocide case (The New Arab)

Jordan says it wants to present evidence and pleadings at the International Court of Justice in the case filed by South Africa accusing Israel of genocide.

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South Africa lays bare Israeli genocide at ICJ court (Socialist Worker)

Israel's “genocidal acts” and “destruction of Palestinian life” was exposed in devastating detail at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)

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CAGE has called out the 'duplicity and hypocrisy' of the 'rules-based ... (The Canary)

South Africa has accused Israel of breaching the UN Genocide Convention, arguing that even the deadly October 7 Hamas attack could not justify such alleged ...

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As International Court of Justice hearings commence, WCC calls on ... (World Council of Churches)

World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay marked 11 January as a “significant moment for justice and the rule of law,” as ...

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WCC urges world to respect ICJ rulings on genocide | ICN (Independent Catholic News)

As International Court of Justice hearings commence, WCC calls on "all responsible members of the international community to respect and implement the ICJ ...

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Scottish MSP lodges motion in support of the ICJ case against Israel (The National)

AN MSP has lodged a motion with the Scottish Parliament, urging members to vote in support of South Africa's case at the International Court of…

ICJ genocide hearings against Israel offer hope for Palestinians ... (Anadolu Agency)

'States have a positive obligation to prevent and punish genocide and other atrocity crimes,' says organization's secretary general - Anadolu Ajansı.

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Watch Day 2 of the ICJ Gaza Genocide Trial Live (Common Dreams)

"The scale and atrocities that Israel is visiting upon Gaza are truly shocking," said Oxfam's Middle East director.

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Live: Israel's response to South Africa's genocide case at the ICJ (Aljazeera.com)

People holding Palestinian flags and banner, gather in front of International Court of Justice (ICJ) to stage a pro-Palestinian demonstration on the opening ...

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Israel to present its defense against genocide claims on second day ... (The Times of Israel)

It says the Israel Defense Forces is targeting Hamas terrorists, not Palestinian civilians but that civilian casualties in the fighting are unavoidable as ...

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South Africa lays out genocide case against Israel at ICJ (JURIST)

Following Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israeli civilians, Israeli forces have launched a full-blown military campaign in the Gaza Strip. Though South Africa is not ...

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ICJ: The key points from day two of the genocide case against Israel (The National)

ISRAEL has rejected accusations of genocide in Gaza by South Africa, claiming it has a right to defend itself following Hamas attacks on October 7.

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The ICJ is illegitimate, but it is an existential threat to Israel (The Jerusalem Post)

South Africa – a country in which Jew-hatred is rampant – filed a petition with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) spuriously alleging, of all things, ...

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Israel says South Africa distorting the truth in ICJ genocide case (BBC News)

Its lawyer rebuffs South Africa's accusations while defending actions in Gaza at the UN's top court.

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Live: Israel fights 'genocide' charge as US-led strikes in Yemen ... (FRANCE 24)

Israel is not seeking "to destroy" the Palestinian people in its war in Gaza, top lawyer Tal Becker told the International Court of Justice on Friday, ...

Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC represents South Africa in the ICJ – Matrix ... (Matrix Chambers)

Those hearings were heard on 11 and 12 January 2023. Blinne addressed the Court on the risk of genocidal acts, the risk of irreparable prejudice and urgency.

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Israel accuses South Africa of 'profound distortion' at ICJ genocide ... (The Guardian)

Israeli legal team calls South African accusation of genocidal acts in Gaza 'a partial and deeply flawed picture'

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