South Africa’s Stances Toward the Palestinian People are Greatly Appreciated

Genocide Lawsuit Affirms South Africa’s Commitment to Justice Worldwide

AMMAN – HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder and chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global (TAG.Global), has stressed that legal proceedings in the collective genocide lawsuit, filed at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) by the Republic of South Africa will commence in 2026. 

During a review of the case progress, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stated, “We fully trust the ICJ’s decisions because it is an independent court whose decisions are morally and legally binding. However, the trial is expected to extend for several years.” 

Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh added that in December 2023, South Africa filed an application to the ICJ instituting proceedings against the Zionist Occupation, for genocidal acts committed by its military operations against the people in Gaza Strip.  

He also added that in March 2024, South Africa submitted a second 'urgent request’ accusing Israel of failing to comply with the Court’s preliminary and urgent measures. Subsequently, on October 28, 2024, South Africa submitted a Memorial, that explains the crimes committed by Israel against the Palestinians, noting that the documents submitted to the Court included 750 pages, and supported by exhibits and over 4,000 pages of annexes. 

Additionally, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh affirmed that South Africa’s stances toward the Palestinian people are highly appreciated by the Arab peoples in general and the Palestinian people in particular. He asserted that the legal action underscores South Africa’s steadfast commitment to upholding justice globally, mainly attributed to the fact that South Africa is considered a symbol of resistance against apartheid, having succeeded to end it despite the opposition from Western countries.

On the other hand, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh pointed out that Palestinians today experience similar Western conspiracy against them, with evidence in Gaza leaving no doubt. He underscored the deliberate targeting of hospitals and schools, the destruction of infrastructure, and the widespread devastation of civilians’ lives.

Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stated that genocide, as defined in the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide; which is the first human rights treaty adopted by the UN General Assembly, includes any act that results in the killing, torture, or destruction of civilians’ normal lives.