This week was the start of hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) as South Africa alleged that the state of Israel is violating the Genocide Convention during its military operations in Gaza.
In Nanaimo, a small group of pro-Palestinian activists rallied outside the courthouse on Front Street in solidarity with South Africa’s case on Jan. 11.
“The Canadian government needs to fully support South Africa’s case at the International Court of Justice,” said Sara Kishawi who is originally from Gaza.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told reporters Friday that Canada supports the ICJ, but does not agree with South Africa’s case.
“Our wholehearted support of the ICJ and its processes does not mean that we support the premise of the case brought forward by South Africa,” he said.
In a press release, the ICJ said its decision will be delivered publicly at a future date.
With files from CHLY reporter Lauryn Mackenzie.
