SA-Israel ICJ case | Adila Hassim SC

Adila Hassim SC began South Africa’s case by giving details of what led to the genocidal allegations. She said the actions show systematic conduct in an area that Israel controls - all access, from people, to water, service and internet access. For 96 days she said, Israel has subjected Gaza to one of the heaviest conventional bombing attacks in recent history. The People of Gaza are also in danger from death by starvation and disease, especially with aid provision extremely difficult. She emphasized that SA is not asking for a final decision, but that some of the acts might fall within the definition. These are documented in detail, and confirmed by reliable, often UN, sources. She said that statistics she quoted were from the UN, accurate to 9 January 2024. She explained the team would limit the use of audio-visual material, out of respect for victims. The first claim is the mass killings of Palestinians in Gaza. The UN Secertary General admitted 5 weeks ago there is no safe place in Gaza. Ove