"ICJ Judgment on Gaza Emergency Measures Expected Friday, South Africa in the Spotlight"

South Africa expects the International Court of Justice to rule on Friday regarding its request for emergency measures to stop the war in Gaza, despite the lack of official communication from the court. The request aims to suspend Israel's military campaign in the Palestinian enclave, which South Africa accuses of state-led genocide. Israel has dismissed the allegations and stated its right to defend itself, targeting Hamas rather than Palestinian civilians. The initial ruling will focus on possible emergency measures, separate from the main question of genocide, while the full case is under consideration.