US EditionIsrael Files Response to South Africa's Genocide Case at the ICJ
South Africa will evaluate Israel’s written response in the genocide case before deciding on further submissions or moving to oral arguments at the International Court of Justice.
- On Thursday, 12 March 2026, Israel filed its written response at the International Court of Justice in the case titled Application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip.
- The ICJ had earlier set a 28 July 2025 deadline after South Africa's 28 October 2024 memorial, and Israel requested two extensions which the court granted.
- The Presidency said it will consider procedural next steps after South Africa studies Israel's response and decides whether to seek permission for written submissions or oral hearings.
- Palestinians in Gaza continue to face ongoing bombardment despite a purported ceasefire and three binding ICJ orders, while rising Gulf states tensions and Israel's attacks on Lebanon risk widening the conflict.
- The ICJ ordered Israel to prevent acts under the Genocide Convention and ensure unhindered humanitarian assistance and basic services in Gaza, while President Cyril Ramaphosa said 'At a time of growing global division'.
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