South Africa Accuses Israel of Violating International Law

South Africa has escalated its stance against Israel by calling for the release of activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla. The country's legal action at the International Court of Justice accuses Israel of violating international law. President Ramaphosa terms Israel's interception an 'grave offense'.

In a move of heightened international tension, South Africa has called on Israel to release the activists detained aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, including Nelson Mandela's grandson. The call emerges as a result of South Africa's intensified accusation that Israel violated international law during its recent interception of Gaza-bound aid boats.

South Africa's government has taken its allegations a step further by addressing the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of acts bordering on genocide in connection to its military operations in Gaza. President Cyril Ramaphosa labeled the interception of the flotilla in international waters as yet another 'grave offense' against the spirit of global solidarity.

Mandela's grandson, Nkosi Zwelivelile 'Mandla' Mandela, added fuel to the fire, condemning Israel's actions and likening Palestinians' plight to that of Black South Africans under apartheid, a comparison Israel firmly dismisses. The ongoing controversy underscores the deep-seated tensions and complexities between the nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)