ICJ hears South Africa’s genocide case against Israel over Gaza war
Israel is being taken to court by South Africa over allegations of genocide. Here are the most important questions before proceedings get underway in The Hague.

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4 developments- Jan 8, 2024Only center coverage:What is South Africa's genocide case against Israel about? – DW
- Jan 10, 2024South Africa Takes Israel to Court
- Jan 10, 2024Only lean-left coverage:What to expect as Israel, South Africa face off over Gaza genocide case at ICJ
- Jan 11, 2024What is next at ICJ as South Africa opens Israeli genocide case?
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