Israel Denies Genocide Allegations in Gaza Strip at UN Court
During proceedings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Israel refuted claims of genocide in the Gaza Strip, asserting that its military actions in Rafah were acts of self-defense.
The accusations brought forward by South Africa were dismissed as a distortion of reality by Gilad Noam, the leader of Israel's delegation, at The Hague's Peace Palace.
Noam accused South Africa of manipulating international law in a deplorable and deceitful manner.
At the conclusion of the session, a disruption occurred when a woman shouted "Liar" at one of Israel’s legal representatives before being escorted out by security personnel.
South Africa submitted an urgent plea to the ICJ demanding Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip as part of their genocide claim.
The appeal emphasizes the necessit...