South Africa nails its colours firmly to the Palestinian mast
Referring Israel’s actions in Gaza to the International Court of Justice is seen in some quarters as evidence of an emerging global moral compass and a rejection of gross injustice
07 January 2024 - 00:00
South Africa’s decision to approach the International Court of Justice to seek a provisional ruling on whether Israel’s military action in Gaza amounts to genocide won’t immediately end the war, but it could be a crucial step on the path to peace...
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