South Africa

South Africa should use its relations with Hamas to end abuse of hostages

It is South Africa whose minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, is on record as having spoken to Hamas leader Haniyeh just weeks after the October 7 massacre.

By WENDY KAHN
14/03/2024

South African minister: We will arrest citizens who return from IDF service

The minister was speaking at an event held by her party, the ruling African National Congress (ANC), on the subject of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Israel's Herzog to open Holocaust museum in Amsterdam amid protest

Israeli President faces protest at Holocaust Museum opening amidst Gaza conflict. Dutch Jewish group expresses concerns over his attendance.

By REUTERS
10/03/2024

Israel says South Africa exploiting World Court on behalf of Hamas

A South African government spokesperson dismissed the accusation.

By REUTERS
07/03/2024

South Africa asks ICJ to up action on genocide claim due to Gaza hunger

“Palestinian children are starving to death as the direct result of the deliberate acts and omissions of Israel,” South Africa said in its statement to the court.

South Africa condemns Israel over deaths of Palestinians awaiting aid

"South Africa condemns the massacre of 112 Palestinians and the injury of hundreds more as they sought life-saving aid," South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation said.

By REUTERS
01/03/2024
Members of the International Court of Justice attend a hearing for alleged violations of the 1955 Tr

Peace cannot be achieved by UN bullying or kangaroo courts

Peace will only be possible when the Palestinian Authority eliminates its pay-for-slay law and when Palestinian schoolchildren will be taught to acknowledge and respect the citizens of Israel.

By RABBI ABRAHAM COOPER/THE MEDIA LINE
26/02/2024

Jerusalem welcomes opening of world's first Indigenous Embassy

The Indigenous Embassy in Jerusalem does not represent a specific state or country. Rather, it embodies the voices of indigenous leaders and their people from across the world.

By ILSE STRAUSS
24/02/2024

ICJ ruling brings mixed reactions and division among political, social lines

South Africa allegedly files its case to escape bankruptcy, while the United States supposedly pressures Israel to shore up votes ahead of elections.

By AARON PORIS/THE MEDIA LINE
23/02/2024

South Africa’s Chief Rabbi launches 'parallel diplomatic channel' between Israel and South Africa

Rabbi Warren Goldstein tells Israeli leaders that most South Africans do not share their government’s position regarding the Jewish state.

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