As Israel escalates its assault on Palestine, the South African application to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) charges Israel with genocide. Drawing parallels with South Africa’s apartheid history, the application reveals Israel’s attempt to obliterate the Palestinian people. Despite Israel’s fierce resistance, recent developments like the ICJ case and ICC seeking arrest warrants for Netanyahu indicate a shift in global opinion against Israel.
The application details Israel’s atrocities and argues that its actions amount to genocide. The world is increasingly acknowledging Israel’s genocide, with several nations supporting South Africa’s case. While the ICJ’s ruling on Rafah signals progress, there’s a lack of enforcement against Israel’s genocidal actions.
Reflecting on South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle, the article highlights the role of labor and culture in challenging oppressive regimes. The global labor movement’s support for Palestinians and the use of literature and art as resistance tools are crucial in the fight for Palestinian liberation. The article concludes with optimism, drawing parallels between the end of South African apartheid and the eventual defeat of Israeli settler colonialism.