President Cyril Ramaphosa Asserts South Africa's Robust Legal Stand Against Israel
- President Cyril Ramaphosa confidently claims that South Africa possesses a strong case against Israel at the International Court of Justice
- The country has taken the Israeli government to The Hague for a possible inquiry into accusations of genocide in Gaza
- Speaking to Briefly News, human rights lawyer Professor Francis Boyle, based in Chicago, predicts South Africa's success in its case, expecting the U.S. to use its veto power against enforcement measures on Israel, as it has done before.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa asserts that South Africa holds a compelling case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The nation has brought the Israeli government before the court in The Hague to potentially investigate allegations of genocide in Gaza.
According to SABC News, This legal action follows Hamas's claim that over 25,000 Palestinians have been killed by the Israeli government in the Middle East conflict.
"As South Africans, we endured a profoundly challenging struggle against apartheid. In Israel, we observe parallels to the injustices we fought against, witnessing a devastating genocide inflicted upon the people of Palestine. We find ourselves compelled to intervene, drawing upon our own history and commitment to justice."
Speaking to Briefly News, Professor Francis Boyle a human rights lawyer based in Chicago says that South Africa will win its case.
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"In my interpretation of the situation, it seems that South Africa is poised to emerge victorious. All it takes is one state to exhibit courage, integrity, and principles to make a stand."
Boyle foresees that the United States will likely use its veto power to oppose any enforcement measures against Israel, a pattern it has followed in the past. If this scenario unfolds, South Africa has the option to bring the matter to the UN General Assembly, potentially resulting in significant repercussions for Israel.
Additionally, there is the possibility of granting Palestine full membership status in the General Assembly.
"The crucial aspect of admitting Palestine as a fully recognized member state is noteworthy, given that no UN member state has ever been obliterated. While some states have experienced collapses, the complete destruction of a UN member state has not occurred."
Mzansi feels that more work is needed to be done in SA
Kumallo Sibo mentioned:
"Lots of strong cases happening within this country which are ignored."
Ntjiepana Trevor Mahapa Maleka stated:
'We have serious problems in our country that must be solved. Fix your house before you can fix someone's house."
Moguy O'lekker noted:
"I like how SA is playing this game."
Ramaphosa emphasises their commitment to principle
President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasises that the decision to take Israel to the world's premier court for genocide crimes is grounded in principle. He asserts that South Africa is morally obligated to condemn Israel for its assaults on Palestinians in Gaza, citing the United Nations Genocide Convention.
Ramaphosa confident ANC will retain government
Previously, Briefly News reported that Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa and the African National Congress, expresses confidence in the ANC's victory in the upcoming elections, dismissing the notion of the party being ousted from government as a mere dream.
However, there are concerns among South Africans that the ANC might manipulate the electoral process to secure a win in the 2024 General Elections.
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