AN ODE TO “LAW, NOT WAR”: Application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip (South Africa v. Israel)

By Carla Ferstman, Professor, Essex Law School This is a brief reflection on South Africa’s recent Application to the International Court of Justice alleging that the state of Israel is breaching its obligations under the Genocide Convention. The case is being followed closely around the world.  The allegations couldn’t be more serious.  The case relates to Israel’s military […]