(2024-01-08). 100+ Global Rights Groups Urge Support for South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel at ICJ. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-08). US Citizens Push Embassies To Back South Africa's Genocide Charge. popularresistance.org Peace activists across the United States have embarked on a campaign to mobilize global support for South Africa's charge of genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). | The campaign, spearheaded by CODEPINK, World Beyond War and RootsAction, aims to rally nations to submit a Declaration of Intervention supporting South Africa's case at the ICJ. | The focus is on holding Israel accountable for alleged genocide in Gaza and putting an end to the tragic suffering of an imprisoned population. Delegations from major cities engaged with U.N. missions, embassies, and consulates from around the…
(2024-01-08). Genocide in Gaza By: John J. Mearsheimer. midwesternmarx.com 
I am writing to flag a truly important document that should be widely circulated and read carefully by anyone interested in the ongoing Gaza War.Specifically, I am referring to the 84-page "application" that South Africa filed with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 29 December 2023, accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza.1 It maintains that Israel's actions since the war began on 7 October 2023 "are intended to bring …
(2024-01-08). Thank you South Africa for filing case against Israel's genocide at ICJ. muslimmirror.com By Khursheed Alam Dawood The whole world is aware of the war crimes and genocide which are committed by the IDF of Israel by carrying out airstrikes, throwing missiles and dropping bombs on the innocent people of the Gaza Strip in Palestine since the 7th of October 2023. Then it launched a ground operation inside …
(2024-01-08). Thank you South Africa for filing case against Israel's genocide at ICJ. muslimmirror.com By Khursheed Alam Dawood The whole world is aware of the war crimes and genocide which are committed by the IDF of Israel by carrying out airstrikes, throwing missiles and dropping bombs on the innocent people of the Gaza Strip in Palestine since the 7th of October 2023. Then it launched a ground operation inside …
(2024-01-08). Genocide in Gaza. transcend.org 4 Jan 2024 – Important document that should be circulated and read by anyone interested in the Gaza atrocities: the 84-page "application" South Africa filed with the ICJ on 29 Dec 2023 accusing Israel of genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-01-08). Israel Is Terrified The World Court Will Decide It's Committing Genocide. popularresistance.org For nearly three months, Israel has enjoyed virtual impunity for its atrocious crimes against the Palestinian people. That changed on December 29 when South Africa, a state party to the Genocide Convention, filed an 84-page application in the International Court of Justice (ICJ, or World Court) alleging that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. | South Africa's well-documented application alleges that "acts and omissions by Israel … are genocidal in character, as they are committed with the requisite specific intent … to destroy Palestinians in Gaza as a part of the broader Palestinian national, racial and…
(2024-01-08). Turkey, Malaysia Back South Africa's ICJ Genocide Case Against Israel. transcend.org 3 Jan 2024 – "Israel's murder of more than 22,000 Palestinian civilians, the majority of whom were women and children, in Gaza for nearly three months should not go unpunished in any way," said a Turkish spokesperson.
(2024-01-08). Israeli Knesset Member Backs Genocide Case at International Court of Justice. truthout.org Member of the Knesset Ofer Cassif is being targeted for removal from the legislative body Monday a day after the Israeli lawmaker said he would back South Africa's genocide case at the International Court of Justice. In his Sunday statement, Cassif declared, "My constitutional duty is to Israeli society and all its residents, not to a government whose members and its coalition are calling for… |
(2024-01-08). The World Court: A Glimmer of Hope and a Cloud of Doubt. dissidentvoice.org If the International Court of Justice rules that Israel has committed, and is committing, genocide, will it save Gaza? On January 11-12 the ICJ (AKA the World Court) will hear the petition brought to it by South Africa. Specialists in International law Francis Boyle and (independently) Daniel Machover firmly believe that this is how the …
(2024-01-08). Over 800 Organizations Globally Sign Letter In Support Of Genocide Case Against The State Of Israel. popularresistance.org United States – The newly-formed International Coalition to Stop Genocide in Palestine (ICSGP) issued a sign-on letter* on January 3, 2024 that garnered over 800 organizational endorsements from around the world in less than one week. In addition to the initiating organizations noted here, signing organizations represent broad social movements, including World March of Women and the International People's Assembly, Palestinian-led and Palestinian solidarity movements such as Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions and the Palestinian NGO Network, as well as human rights and legal groups, unions, and religi…
(2024-01-08). South Africa Emerges as Moral Giant on Gaza. transcend.org 4 Jan 2024 – Pretoria is challenging the Israeli government's claim to innocence, which for far too long has allowed it to act with impunity against the long-suffering Palestinians.
(2024-01-08). John Pilger (1929-2023) on Apartheid and Post-apartheid Injustices: "South Africa is where much of my political education took place." globalresearch.ca
law.com (2024-01-08). Gaza: South Africa Deploys Star Barrister Line-Up to Bring Genocide Claim Against IsraelIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has countered South Africa's application before the ICJ, insisting that the Israeli army is "acting as morally as possible".
(2024-01-08). Samantha Power, Ebola, and Obama's Scramble for Africa. dissidentvoice.org It is crucial to re-examine Samantha Power's actions and decision-making during the Ebola epidemic in relation to the broader historical context of President Barack Obama and AFRICOM (Africa Command)'s covert Scramble for Africa. AFRICOM is the brainchild of Dick Cheney who, after his energy task force identified African oil as ripe for the picking, conspired …
(2024-01-08). Coalition of "Grassroots Diplomats" Take the Lead on International Solidarity with South Africa in the Absence of Diplomacy and Accountability from U.S. Officials. counterpunch.org 
Peace activists across the country have embarked on a campaign to mobilize global support for South Africa's charge of genocide against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The campaign, spearheaded by CODEPINK, World Beyond War, and RootsAction, aims to rally nations to submit a "Declaration of Intervention" supporting South Africa's case at the
(2024-01-08). The Problem of Refugee Camps in the Middle East and North Africa. counterpunch.org 
In 2024, 12 percent of "forcibly displaced and stateless people" are expected to be from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, said the United Nations. This displacement will be caused due to war, humanitarian crises, and environmental catastrophes. The number's recent causes are the civil war in Sudan and the fallout from natural disasters in Turkey,
(2024-01-08). Why has South Africa brought Israel to the ICJ rather than the ICC? greenleft.org.au 
South Africa instituted proceedings against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on December 29, on the grounds of genocide against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Mohamed Hanipa Maidin looks at South Africa's case and Israel's response.
(2024-01-08). Australia must support South Africa's International Court of Justice case against Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-08). South Africa's genocide case against Israel is strong, but politics will decide. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-08). Tuesday 1/23: Webinar: Women Speak Out on NATO/Militarism in Africa. indybay.org
citizen.co.za (2024-01-07). This is SA's formidable team of lawyers to take on Israel at ICJ for genocide in Gaza
South Africa will have a formidable team of lawyers when it argues its Gaza genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the Hague next week.
(2024-01-07). Israel Readies Political Blitz To 'Quash' Genocide Case At World Court. popularresistance.org The Israeli foreign ministry has ordered officials around the world to lobby diplomats and politicians to "issue statements against South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)," according to an internal cable reviewed by Axios. | In particular, the cable highlights that Israel's "strategic goal" is for the ICJ, also known as the World Court, "to reject the request for an injunction, refrain from determining that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, and recognize that the Israeli military is operating in the Strip according to international law." | "A ruling by the court could have significan…
(2024-01-07). Why NZ should join South Africa's genocide case against Israel. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By John Minto Two years ago New Zealand joined 22 other countries in supporting the Ukrainian case against Russia at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for its invasion of Ukraine. We sent a legal team to The Hague where the ICJ is based and our representatives spoke directly to the court on New…
(2024-01-07). On Jan. 11 and 12, the International Court of Justice will examine the genocide charge filed by South Africa against Israel. pressenza.com The International Court of Justice has announced that next week, on Jan. 11 and 12, [2024], South Africa's request for interim measures against Israel, accused of genocide for the bombing that has been going on in Gaza for three months now, will be heard in public hearings. | In the complaint filed on
(2024-01-07). Israel Accused of Attempting to Intimidate Judges in World Court Genocide Case. truthout.org The Israeli government has mounted a pressure campaign urging governments around the world to publicly denounce South Africa's genocide case at the International Court of Justice, which is set to convene hearings on the detailed charges on Thursday. According to a cable obtained by Axios, the Israeli Foreign Ministry is calling on the country's embassies to pressure host country diplomats and… |
(2024-01-07). Palestinian civil society's response to states that claim they cannot support South Africa's ICJ submission to protect their role as "mediators" bdsmovement.net 
(2024-01-07). Canada must end potential genocide complicity by suspending arms exports to Israel. ceasefire.ca South Africa justifies its standing to bring the case on the basis of its obligation to prevent genocide.
(2024-01-07). Climate Change Weekly #492: Climate Goals Undermining Global Poverty Reduction. wattsupwiththat.com Efforts to rapidly restrict the use of fossil fuels is hampering the #1 goal of poverty reduction in Africa and is restricting Africa's efforts to develop and utilize its own oil and gas resources (goal #7), as funds previously used for development are being redirected to CO2 mitigation (goal #13).
(2024-01-07). Coalition of "Grassroots Diplomats" Take the Lead on International Solidarity with South Africa in the Absence of Diplomacy and Accountability from U.S. Officials. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-07). Harvard President's Ouster Makes Visible the Rising Power of the Far Right. truthout.org The recent resignation of Harvard's first African American president, Claudine Gay, which was brought on by an orchestrated campaign mobilized by the far right, made visible the threat of organized fascism on university campuses. Claiming victory, the far right propagandist Christopher Rufo posted on social media: "SCAPLED: Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns" (and quickly clarified that he… |
(2024-01-07). Australia must support South Africa's International Court of Justice case against Israel. greenleft.org.au
(2024-01-07). Tuesday 1/23: Webinar: Women Speak Out on NATO/Militarism in Africa. indybay.org
(2024-01-08). A Voice That Doesn't Belong: Perspectives of an American-Born Palestinian. counterpunch.org 
I am a 20-year-old Egyptian and Palestinian woman living in America, and by the time I write this, no words are extreme enough to describe the horrors in Palestine we are all watching in real time. Thousands of people have infinitely more knowledge and firsthand accounts of what is occurring in not only Gaza, but
(2024-01-07). The Compatible Left's Support for Genocide. libya360.wordpress.com Carlos L. Garrido A radical is no more than this: he who goes to the roots. Let him who fails to arrive at the bottom of things call himself not a radical; nor let him who fails to help other men obtain security and happiness call himself a man. — Jose Marti The self-proclaimed 'radical American magazine' Compact…
(2024-01-07). War on Gaza: Israel's Killing of Women and Children Bodes Ill for the World. libya360.wordpress.com Reem Alsalem Women mourn during a funeral in Rafah, Gaza, on 19 December 2023 (Mohammed Abed/AFP) It has been shocking to see the lack of official condemnation for Israel's slaughter of thousands of Palestinian civilians. Having been a humanitarian worker for more than two decades, I have long felt confident in my understanding and analysis…
(2024-01-07). Families of Israelis Killed by Tank Fire on 7 October Demand Probe. libya360.wordpress.com The Cradle Dozens of Hamas' Qassam Brigades fighters and 13 Israeli captives were killed in a home in Be'eri when an Israeli general ordered a tank to open fire 'even at the cost of civilian casualties' The families of 13 Israeli civilians killed during an intense firefight between Hamas and Israeli troops in Be'eri on…
(2024-01-08). Somalia army kills 76 al-Shabab militants in Mudug region. independent.co.ug 
MOGADISHU | Xinhua | The Somali National Army (SNA) with support from international partners killed 76 al-Shabab militants and injured several following two days of operations in Mudug region of central Somalia, officials said Sunday. The SNA chief Ibrahim Sheikh Muhidin said senior al-Shabab commanders were among the dead during the military onslaught against the …
(2024-01-08). The Genesis and Psychotype of Brutal and Gruesome Peace Disruptors. transcend.org "In the present malicious, toxic global environment, the future trees of humanity will grow to lead the future with further agony and no ecstasy; deformed tress will produce deformed fruits for generations to come, and monsters will breed monsters without fail, globally."
(2024-01-08). 28th session of the Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP 28) No to green colonialism, no to the false solutions of green capitalism, no to green normalization, Yes to the sovereignty of peoples over their territories. cadtm.org
(2024-01-07). 28th session of the Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP 28) No to green colonialism, no to the false solutions of green capitalism, no to green normalization, Yes to the sovereignty of peoples over their territories. cadtm.org
namibian.com.na (2024-01-08). SA's Case Against Israel at International Court of Justice ExplainedMany would agree that the Palestinian people who reside in the territories occupied by Jewish Israelis are among the most oppressed people in the world. | | In February 2022, Amnesty International released a 280-page report, titled 'Israel's apartheid against Palestinians: Cruel System of Domination and Crime Against Humanity".
(2024-01-08). Biden Responds to the Collapse of U.S. Counterterrorism Strategy in Niger. fpif.org For two months after the coup in Niger on July 26, 2023, the Biden administration refrained from calling or chose not to call it a "coup" because that would have triggered American legislation that would have required it to suspend security cooperation and most other forms of assistance to the junta. It hoped that by maintaining relations with the junta, it could make a deal with them to permit 1,100 US troops to remain at two Nigerien military bases (at Niamey and the drone operation facility constructed by the United States at a cost of some $110 million at Agadez). | On October 10, 2023, after two months of fr…
(2024-01-08). Avoiding a Broader Middle East War — Building Bridges for Peace in Palestine-Israel. transcend.org 6 Jan 2024 – While wars continue in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan, we discuss whether and how bloodshed and killing can be stopped.
(2024-01-07). Iraq's Prime Minister Moves to Expel US Troops After Drone Strike. news.antiwar.com Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani said Friday that his government is beginning the process that will lead to the expulsion of foreign forces, which includes about 2,500 US troops. "We are setting the date for the start of the bilateral committee to put arrangements to end the presence of the international coalition forces in Iraq permanently," …
(2024-01-07). Sudan Talks Between Military Leaders Cannot Bring Genuine Peace. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-08). Security intensifies eviction of defiant Balaalo in Amuru. independent.co.ug 
Amuru, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security personnel in Amuru district have intensified the eviction of defiant migrant cattle keepers commonly referred to as Balaalo. The eviction exercise dubbed "Operation Harmony" kicked off in November last year following the expiry of the eviction ultimatum issued by President Museveni. A total of 240 herds of cattle …
(2024-01-08). 'Presidential Taskforce on land has no mandate to investigate, detain'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Presidential Taskforce on Land Matters and Environment headed by Brig. Moses Lukyamuzi has no power to either investigate or detain suspects accused of crimes related to land or the environment. A statement issued by the Presidential Press Unit says that Brig. Lukyamuzi as a Special Presidential Assistant operates …
(2024-01-08). Court issues arrest warrant for Katanga daughter in murder case. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has issued an arrest warrant against Martha Nkwanzi, linked to charges of evidence tampering following the murder of her father, businessman Henry Katanga, over two months ago. This warrant, issued by Magistrate Erias Kakooza, comes after a successful application by the Prosecution, led …
(2024-01-08). Police announces Sh20 million reward for information on Bujingo attack. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police have announced a Shillings 20 million reward for anyone providing information leading to the recovery of a pistol used in the shooting of Pastor Aloysius Bujingo. Police say the same pistol was used in the murder of vlogger Isma Olaxes. nOlaxes was gunned down on May 6, 2023, in …
(2024-01-08). Children killed in Jinja house fire. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two children died after an inferno swept through their home on Saturday night in Jinja. The fire is believed to have originated from a candle that their mother, Hellen Mukyala had left on as she went to buy groceries at the nearby market. The fire from the candle is suspected …
(2024-01-08). Butime optimistic Commonwealth Speakers will become Uganda's ambassadors. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Tourism Tom Butime has urged members of the just-ended Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth to be ambassadors of what Uganda offers to the world. The minister was addressing speakers at the Entebbe-based Uganda Wildlife Education and Conservation Centre (UWECC) where they had …
(2024-01-08). Uganda hands over to India, Among calls for conflict free world. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Anita Among, has called on her counterparts in the Commonwealth to take the lead in delivering a peaceful, conflict free world. She was speaking at the closure of the 27th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) at the Munyonyo …
(2024-01-08). Nankabirwa: Umeme exit has started. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government is putting in place structures that will ensure a smooth transition after the concession for the power distributor Umeme, is not extended beyond March 2025. Umeme has for the last 19 years become a household name and is known for introducing the now-popular Yaka prepaid meters. The Minister of …
(2024-01-08). Umeme commences Yaka meter upgrade exercise. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Umeme Limited, the major electricity distributor, has commenced the upgrade of all prepaid electricity vending/metering systems, a project aimed at meeting the global metering standards and deadline of November 2024. Last week the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development announced that the current Yaka meters would stop dispensing electricity in …
(2024-01-08). Four arrested over brutal murder of Masindi DHO. independent.co.ug 
Masindi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Four suspects are in police custody in connection to the murder of Dr. Jino Abiriga, the former Acting Masindi District Health Officer-DHO. Abiriga was brutally killed in the early hours of Sunday, around 2 a.m., by unidentified assailants. He sustained severe wounds to the neck, head, both hands, and …
(2024-01-07). Masindi hospital workers accused of extortion. independent.co.ug 
Masindi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health workers at Masindi General Hospital have been accused of asking for bribes from patients before delivering service. The vice has reportedly become so rampant denying the poor patients services that should be free. They accuse the health workers of charging exorbitant amounts of money for patients to receive treatment …
(2024-01-07). Uganda's top female striker Ikwaput joins Gokulam Kerala FC in India. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's top female striker Fazila Ikwaput has joined Indian Women's Premier League side Gokulam Kerala FC. Ikwaput confirmed to Xinhua that she has rejoined the Indian side she featured for in 2018. "I am very happy that I arrived here just a day ago and went straight for a match …
(2024-01-07). Armed Karamojong warriors raid a trading center, kill one in Kaabong. independent.co.ug 
Kaabong, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Kaabong District are hunting for the suspected armed Karamojong warriors who raided Komuria west trading center and killed one man on the spot before stealing money in one of the local bars. It's alleged that on the 04/01/2024 at around 09: 00PM unidentified armed warriors wearing police uniform started …
(2024-01-07). Jinja couple arrested for faking kidnap to raise tuition fees. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Kiira region on Saturday confirmed the arrest of Faridah Namugera and her husband, Michael Ngobi over faking kidnap. It is said that, Ngobi, a resident of Buwagi cell, in Budondo ward, in Northern division, in Jinja city reported to police on how Namugera had been kidnapped by …
(2024-01-07). Mbarara scientist joins search for "artificial clouds" independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A former Mbarara University of Science and Technology Scientist is exploring possibilities of creating "artificial clouds" to induce rain in drought-hit areas. He hopes with that technology, he can help hard-hit farmers in specific areas receive rain for watering crops. Khoi Khoi thinks the science of cloud condensation or ice …
(2024-01-07). Tragic accident claims life of a German tourist, injures two in Kabarole. independent.co.ug 
Kabarole, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A 58-year-old German tourist has died and two others injured after getting involved in a motor vehicle accident in Kaharo sub-county, Kabale district, along the Kabale-Mbarara Highway. The accident happened on Saturday at around 09: 00 am. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Saiga Ibrahim, Kigezi Region Police Commander says that the …