US Secretary of State Antony Blinken launched discussions in Israel, meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Tel Aviv. At the outset of the talks, Herzog expressed gratitude for the US’s unwavering support towards Israel’s security amid ongoing conflicts. He emphasized the need for assistance in securing Israel’s victory in the current conflict.
Herzog highlighted a concerning development, mentioning South Africa’s imminent filing of a genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, scheduled for Thursday. He vehemently denounced the accusation as utterly repugnant and inconceivable. Herzog pledged Israel’s active defense at the ICJ, asserting their right to self-defense against these allegations.