The International Court of Justice begins hearing this Thursday in the case in which South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza.
Currently, five countries, including the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, as well as Jordan, Turkey and Malaysia, have openly expressed support for the deal, while Israel and the United States oppose it.
South Africa filed a complaint in late December alleging that Israel committed genocide during the Gaza conflict. The complaint calls for an end to the harsh military campaign, which has caused the deaths of more than 23,000 Palestinians, including nearly 10,000 children.
The first hearing before the International Court of Justice in The Hague will focus on the genocide case involving South Africa and Israel. This development is particularly important as the international community calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Most other nations have remained silent or adopted unclear positions. In a video statement, John Kirby, a spokesman for the White House National Security Agency, called the case baseless.
This case raises important questions about the responsibility of states involved in conflicts and highlights the importance of the role of international justice in the search for truth and justice for victims.
It will be interesting to follow the progress of this hearing and to see how the International Court of Justice will handle this delicate matter. The final verdict could have a significant impact on relations between the countries involved and serve as jurisprudence for future similar conflicts.
It is crucial that the international community remains attentive to these issues and encourages fair and impartial judicial proceedings to ensure genuine justice for all parties involved.