South Africa charges Israel with genocide in Gaza. Israel defends itself at The Hague
Israel presents its rebuttal to the charge of genocide it faces in Gaza at the International Court of Justice in The Hague.
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The war in Gaza has taken an economic toll on tech, Israel's most productive sector
Reservists have been called into military service, leaving tech companies understaffed. The tech sector employs about 12% of Israel's workforce and accounts for half of the country's exports.
Palestinians and Israelis react to International Court of Justice proceedings
Palestinians and Israelis watch the genocide case at a United Nations court — as fighting continues between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Another layer of misery: Women in Gaza struggle to find menstrual pads, running water
Hundreds of thousands of women are struggling without access to pads, running water or bathrooms in Gaza.
South Africa outlines genocide case against Israel at International Court of Justice
At The Hague, proceedings began on South Africa's accusation of genocide by Israel in Gaza. Health officials in Gaza say more than 23,000 people have died in the war.
South Africa tells the U.N. top court Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
In a landmark case that strikes at the heart of Israel's national identity, South Africa pleaded Thursday with the U.N.'s top court to order an immediate halt to Israeli military operations in Gaza.
Up First briefing: South Africa accuses Israel of genocide; Christie ends 2024 race
A U.N. court opens hearings in The Hague today on genocide charges against Israel. Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has ended his 2024 presidential campaign.
U.N.'s highest court is hearing accusations against Israel of genocide in Gaza
Judges at the International Court of Justice opened two days of legal arguments in a landmark case filed by South Africa accusing Israel of genocide in its Gaza war. Israel rejects the allegation.
How the war in Gaza is taking a toll on Israel's economy
The Israeli military is sending thousands of soldiers home from Gaza — in part to reenergize the economy which faces a massive labor shortage because of the war.
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