Chile Joins Brazil, Others Supporting South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel At International Court
Adedokun Waliyu 
Chile has officially joined a group of countries supporting a genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.
President Gabriel Boric expressed his outrage at the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, particularly the impact on women and children, according to AssociatedPress.
He condemned the Israeli army’s use of “indiscriminate and disproportional” force, emphasizing the need for accountability.
This move aligns Chile with other nations seeking justice for alleged war crimes in the region.
“These acts demand a firm and permanent response of the international community,” the president said.
Chile’s decision to support the genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice is significant, given its large Palestinian community.
Chile is home to around 500,000 Palestinians, many of whom are descendants of Christian Arab immigrants who settled in the country in the 19th and 20th centuries. They have become prominent in business and politics, and their cultural heritage is visible in symbols like the Palestino football team, whose colours match the Palestinian flag.
Chile joins a group of developing countries, including Mexico, Brazil, and Indonesia, that support South Africa’s petition. This move highlights the global attention on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the calls for accountability for alleged war crimes.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric, a leftist former student leader, has taken a balanced stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
While condemning the attack by Hamas that killed over 1,200 people and took 250 hostages, he has also strongly criticized Israel’s military offensive in Gaza.
The offensive has resulted in a significant loss of life, with over 36,000 Palestinians killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Boric’s criticism of Israel’s actions highlights the need for accountability and restraint in the conflict, and his balanced approach acknowledges the suffering on both sides.
