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Expert Warns of Global Justice Crisis Post-Gaza War

4/19/2025

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Professor William Schabas, a leading voice in international criminal law, sheds light on the daunting obstacles confronting global justice in the wake of Israel's 2023 war on Gaza. He raises urgent concerns about genocide, drawing on a rich history of international law and his extensive expertise as a former president of the International Association of Genocide Scholars.

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Israel Responds to Genocide Claims

The International Court of Justice has given Israel a six-month extension to respond to South Africa's serious genocide claims regarding its actions in Gaza, pushing the deadline to January 12, 2026. This crucial delay enables Israel to tackle various international allegations and fortify its defense against accusations of war crimes, all while navigating its own legal challenges.

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Professor William Schabas, a leading voice in international criminal law, sheds light on the daunting obstacles confronting global justice in the wake of Israel's 2023 war on Gaza. He raises urgent concerns about genocide, drawing on a rich history of international law and his extensive expertise as a former president of the International Association of Genocide Scholars.

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