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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

1/12/24 Israel Special: US Attacks Yemen Houthis, Israel's Presents ICJ Genocide Defense, Norm Finkelstein On ICJ Hearings, And US Directly Aids Israel Strikes In Gaza

Jan 12, 2024
01:17:57
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Norm Finkelstein, an expert on the ICJ case, and Ken Klippenstein, a reporter on US aiding Israel's airstrikes on Gaza, discuss US attacks against the Houthis, Israel's ICJ defense, and the US directly aiding in Israel's airstrikes on Gaza.
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  • Israel presents ICJ defense claiming self-defense and blame on Hamas for civilian casualties.
  • South Africa emphasizes need for international observers and highlights severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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South Africa presented a case to the ICJ alleging that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians. They argued that there is a dispute between the two countries, citing evidence of Israeli intent to commit genocide and the mass death and destruction caused in Gaza. Israel argued that the case lacks standing and disputed the evidence presented, claiming their actions were in self-defense and blaming Hamas for civilian casualties. The court now has to determine whether to issue a temporary injunction to stop Israel's actions and protect Palestinian rights.

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