ICC arrest warrants: 'A significant step towards justice for war crimes against humanity'

Bongani Bingwa interviews Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson for President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif.

In a statement, the ICC explained that the warrants are related to crimes against humanity and war crimes committed from at least 8 October 2023 to at least 20 May of this year.

Despite the ICC's call for a ceasefire, Israel has continued its military operations in Gaza since Hamas' 7 October attack.

Magwenya says that this represents a 'significant step towards justice for war crimes against humanity and war crimes in Palestine'.

He adds that this move provides hope to the people of Palestine, who continue to endure ongoing Israeli bombardment.

"It's a step that we welcome."

- Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson - President Cyril Ramaphosa

Magwenya expresses satisfaction that international law is being upheld, ensuring that legal mechanisms are in place to help end the war.

He says that South Africa has gathered ample evidence to demonstrate that Israel is perpetrating war crimes and genocide against the Palestinian people.

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ICC arrest warrants: 'A significant step towards justice for war crimes against humanity' – South African Presidency

President Cyril Ramaphosa spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says that this move provides hope to the people of Palestine, who continue to endure the ongoing Israeli bombardment.