Brazil Joins South Africa-Led Genocide Case Against Israel at ICJ

Brazil has officially joined South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of violating the 1948 Genocide Convention in its war on Gaza. Brazil submitted a declaration of intervention under Article 63 of the ICJ statute, citing mass civilian killings, destruction of infrastructure, and forced displacement as evidence of genocidal acts. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned Israel's actions, comparing them to the Holocaust, which drew criticism from Israel. The case, originally filed by South Africa, has gained support from multiple countries and human rights groups, increasing diplomatic pressure on Israel amid ongoing civilian casualties and humanitarian crises in Gaza. Although the ICJ's rulings are binding, enforcement remains a challenge, but the case carries significant diplomatic weight and may influence international accountability for the conflict. Brazil's involvement reflects a growing global demand for justice and a shift in international consensus on the Gaza situation.