12 Jan 2024

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

From Morning Report, 8:46 am on 12 January 2024

South Africa has accused Israel of carrying out genocide in Gaza at the International Court of Justice overight. Lawyers for the South African government presented their case at the United Nation's highest court, alleging that Israel has intentionally carried out acts of genocidal violence. Israel has rejected the accusations. Our Europe correspondent, Ishan Garg said South Africa laid out its case overnight, with Israel yet to present its side. Garg spoke to Charlotte Cook.