<h5><strong>What is South Africa vs Israel?</strong></h5><p>A few weeks ago, South Africa brought a case against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The ICJ was asked to look into whether Israel was committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. South Africa also wanted a ceasefire in the war.</p><p>Recently, the ICJ has given a verdict regarding this case.</p><h5><strong>What was the ICJ’s verdict regarding the case?</strong></h5><p>The ICJ has ordered Israel to take steps to prevent genocide in Gaza. However, it did not call for an immediate ceasefire. Israel must take all necessary steps to prevent genocide in Gaza and to ensure that its forces do not engage in such acts.</p><p>The Court did not reach a final decision on the main issue in South Africa's case, whether genocide occurred in Gaza. However, most judges ruled that emergency measures, such as the entry of basic services and humanitarian aid into Palestine, should be allowed.</p><p>Also, the present ruling by the ICJ is an interim verdict. A final ruling regarding the case will only be given after several more hearings. This may even take years.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/icj-ruling-on-south-africa-vs-israel%2FGaza.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=5800f604-2a33-416d-a2a4-369be6cc1192"><figcaption>War-torn Gaza. Photo by Middle East Eye.</figcaption></figure><h5><strong>What are the reactions to the ruling?</strong></h5><p>A South African minister said they wanted a ceasefire. However, they are satisfied with the current outcome. Many Israelis are also happy with the court’s verdict.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/icj-ruling-on-south-africa-vs-israel%2FSouth%20Africa.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=da7892af-4d9c-4f40-9807-941f47dd8a64"><figcaption>South African representatives during the hearing. Photo by CIJ_ICJ</figcaption></figure><p>An Israeli government spokesperson said they are happy that the ICJ dismissed South Africa's ceasefire demand. The spokesperson said if a ceasefire decision happened, Israel wouldn’t be able to defend its citizens and fight for the hostages.</p><p>Many experts also warned that even though the order was favourable towards Israel, the country’s international reputation would suffer due to the war. Many people worldwide are supporting Palestine and calling out Israel for atrocities against civilians in Gaza.</p><p>We hope there’s a ceasefire soon.&nbsp;</p>

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