On January 11th, 2024 the ICJ (International Court of Justice) heard oral arguments by South Africa alleging that Israel has violated the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in its military response to the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023.
At the heart of the hearings was the question of whether or not the Court should issue the provision measures requested by South Africa, which would request that Israel immediately suspend its military operations in Gaza. It's decision on the case is expected on Friday, January 26th.
Watch this short video explainer on the ICJ hearing:
Listen to Prof. Amichai Cohen for a more in-depth understanding of international law and its application in the war against Hamas:
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