SA admits it could lose friends over Israel genocide case

Department says there are indications that more countries could back SA after the ICJ hears arguments this week

07 January 2024 - 00:00 By Amanda Khoza and Andisiwe Makinana

South Africa is preparing for a diplomatic backlash from the US and Europe as the government takes on Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) this week over claims of genocide in its war in Gaza. ..

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