Israel Asks US Congress to Pressure South Africa Over ICJ Genocide Case at Hague Tribunal

Sep 9, 2024, 03:17 PM

Israel has requested the US Congress to pressure South Africa into dropping its genocide case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The Israeli Foreign Ministry initiated a diplomatic campaign in recent weeks to prevent South Africa from advancing the case. The case pertains to alleged violations of the Genocide Convention during Israel's offensive on Gaza. Israeli officials have indicated that the US Congress is a primary tool in their effort to halt the proceedings at the Hague Tribunal.