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South Africa accuses Israel of genocide

A Lawyer Writes • 412 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel South Africa International Court of Justice Genocide
  1. South Africa is asking the International Court of Justice to order Israel to halt military operations in Gaza and stop harming Palestinian civilians.
  2. Israel's Prime Minister stated that they are fighting Hamas terrorists, not the Palestinian population, and are complying with international law.
  3. The legal action includes detailed interim measures being sought by South Africa, with the court hearing taking place in The Hague.

The Case for Genocide

The Chris Hedges Report • 354 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Genocide Israel South Africa International Court of Justice
  1. The International Court of Justice is considering the case for genocide against Israel for its actions in Gaza.
  2. South Africa submitted an 84-page brief supporting the claim of genocide, which Israel has denied.
  3. The ruling on genocide is a complex legal and political matter involving pressure from various parties and a focus on the intent behind the actions.
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🔅 The Mandela Auction That Never Was & Ethiopia's Hunger Crisis

baobabnewsletter • 58 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Africa Pope Francis South Africa
  1. Nelson Mandela's personal artefacts auction was halted by the South African government as they considered the items cultural heritage.
  2. Ethiopia is facing a severe hunger crisis with many people not receiving food aid due to a combination of factors.
  3. Johannesburg is experiencing a massive housing shortage with people resorting to living in abandoned buildings.

🔅 Who Leads Africa's Billionaire Club? & South Africa's Presidential Advisory Scandal

baobabnewsletter • 58 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Africa South Africa Economy Fashion International relations
  1. Dangote still leads Africa's billionaire club with a fortune of $13.9 billion.
  2. South Africa's President removed Thabi Leoka from his advisory panel over a questionable PhD from LSE.
  3. A man confessed to starting a deadly fire in Johannesburg as a cover-up for a murder, highlighting the issue of hijacked buildings.