Alan Dershowitz, a high-profile attorney, is reportedly being considered to represent Israel at the International Court of Justice against accusations of war crimes in Gaza made by South Africa. Critics argue that Dershowitz's defense, which includes denying Israel's war crimes and accusing Hamas of using human shields, is weak and ignores substantial evidence of Israel's aggressive military tactics in Gaza. The article questions the effectiveness of Dershowitz's arguments and his ability to provide a robust defense for Israel at The Hague.
Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz may represent Israel in the International Court of Justice to defend against accusations of genocide made by South Africa. The case, which alleges Israeli military operations in Gaza amount to genocide, has been dismissed by Dershowitz as baseless, arguing that Israel is targeting Hamas, not civilians. This marks a shift in Israel's approach to international legal challenges, as they typically have not engaged with such accusations in the past. The first hearing is scheduled for January 11.
The article from Haaretz questions Israel's choice of Alan Dershowitz to defend it against charges of genocide, given his focus on self-promotion and questionable international law credentials. It suggests that Israel's international image problems stem from more than just poor messaging and that relying on figures like Dershowitz may not be the best strategy to improve its standing. The piece reflects on the broader context of Israel's diplomatic challenges and the perception of its actions in conflict situations.
