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flag Iceland and the Netherlands joined South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, citing the 1948 Genocide Convention.

flag Iceland and the Netherlands have formally intervened in South Africa’s 2023 genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, citing their status as parties to the 1948 Genocide Convention. flag Both countries submitted declarations under Article 63, focusing on treaty interpretation, including how acts like starvation, forced displacement, and denial of aid may indicate genocidal intent. flag The ICJ has issued provisional measures since 2024, urging Israel to prevent acts that could constitute genocide and allow humanitarian aid. flag The case, one of the most closely watched in ICJ history, now includes 18 intervening states. flag A final ruling may not come until 2028.

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