South Africa Strongly Condemns Israel’s Blockade of Aid to Gaza
South Africa condemned Israel for blocking food aid to Gaza, labeling it as a form of war by starvation. They referenced a case against Israel at the ICJ involving alleged genocide. The ongoing humanitarian crisis necessitates immediate international accountability. Simultaneously, South Africa criticized Israel’s actions in the occupied West Bank, highlighting the escalation of violence affecting Palestinians’ quest for statehood.
On Wednesday, South Africa issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s blockade preventing food from entering the Gaza Strip. The South African Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation accused Israel of using starvation as a weapon of war against the Palestinian populace. They referred to a case presented to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) asserting that such actions may constitute genocide against the Palestinian people.
The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, exacerbated by Israel’s blockade, has prompted South Africa to take a firm stance against these actions, insisting on accountability from the international community. Concurrently, the situation in the occupied West Bank remains precarious, with South Africa decrying the aggressive operations launched by Israel that threaten Palestinian aspirations for sovereignty. Ultimately, these developments highlight the urgent need for a resolution that respects the rights and lives of the Palestinian people.
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