Mexico, Chile, South Africa, and Indonesia have all taken or planned to take action against Israel in international courts for genocide.

HR NEWS
3 min readJan 22, 2024
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The recent actions of Mexico, Chile, South Africa, and Indonesia in international courts, accusing Israel of genocide, have sparked significant attention and debate on the international stage. South Africa, in particular, has taken a landmark step by bringing a case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip. This move has drawn attention to the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine and has significant implications for international law and diplomacy.

South Africa’s Accusations and the ICJ

South Africa’s accusation of genocidal acts by Israel in the Gaza Strip marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict. The case, which began with legal arguments at the ICJ, has put the spotlight on Israel’s military actions and their compliance with international law. The accusation of genocide is a grave and weighty charge, and South

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