The move is rare considering Israel often denounces the United Nations’ top court as biased against it and rarely cooperates in international cases involving Israel. South Africa can bring the case under the Genocide Convention because both it and Israel are signatories. AdvertisementIsrael accuses South Africa of being “complicit with Hamas’ campaign of Genocide against our people”- saying “We assure South Africa's leaders, history will judge you”. Govt spox added that Israel will appear at ICJ where SA has filed a case accusing Israel of genocidal acts. This means the court’s recognition of South Africa’s genocide accusation could shape the public perception that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and lead to diplomatic chaos.

Source: Huffington Post January 03, 2024 15:00 UTC