Israel's Concerns and Serious Defense

Israel is taking the South Africa's complaint of genocide against Israel in Gaza seriously, as evidenced by their urgent cable to countries urging them to issue statements against South Africa's case at the ICJ. Israel's goal is to prevent the court from issuing an injunction that would order Israel to suspend its military campaign in Gaza. Israel plans to defend itself by arguing that their military operation in Gaza is conducted according to international law. The implications of a ruling by the court against Israel could have economic, security, and practical ramifications for the country and its allies. Additionally, being found guilty of genocide could have an emotional impact on Israel, given the country's historical trauma related to the Holocaust.