Turkey and Slovenia Dismayed by the Ongoing Gaza Genocide
Fidan welcomed South Africa's case before the International Court of Justice, addressing violations by Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention.
Israel’s War Crimes and the Jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court
Read: ICJ Hears South Africa's Case of Genocide Against Palestinians by Israel
The ICC's jurisdiction over Israel
The ICC, which was established by the Rome Statute, is the international mechanism that is responsible for prosecuting and punishing Israeli politicians, soldiers, and other officials for their crimes.
Mexico and Chile Urge ICC to Investigate Israeli Crimes Against Palestine
Read: ICJ Hears South Africa's Case of Genocide Against Palestinians by Israel
Possible war crimes
In a related development, Chile's Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren expressed his nation's interest in supporting the investigation into possible war crimes, emphasizing a commitment to address violence and hold perpetrators accountable.
The UAE Must Stop Sponsoring the RSF Militia in Sudan
The RSF was primarily created in 2013 by restructuring the notorious Janjaweed militia to support the central government's counterinsurgency operations in Darfur and South Kordofan.
Europe Divided Over US, UK Strikes on Houthis in Yemen
Germany, Denmark, New Zealand, and South Korea joined in signing a joint statement with the six participating nations, defending the overnight attacks and warning of potential further actions to protect Red Sea trade if the Houthi provocations persisted.
Africa’s Perspective on Palestine
This intersectionality is emphasized in the statement by Nelson Mandela, the former president of South Africa, who said, "Our freedom will be incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinian people.
Report: Distribution of Energy Finance to Africa Raises Concerns
Southern Africa emerged as the primary beneficiary, garnering 34%, with notable contributions from countries like Egypt, Mozambique, Nigeria, South Africa, Angola, and Morocco.
Is There Any Point in Boycotting Israeli Products?
Read: Apartheid and Settler-colonialism: A look at South Africa to Palestine
From an oppressed nation to a cruel state
World War II, which began in 1939 with the invasion of Poland by Nazi Germany, should be considered one of the most important events that affected the fate of Palestine.
China’s Approach to Palestine and the Future of the Global Order
At the same time, BRICS, one of the platforms where the Global South makes its voice heard, organized the "Special Summit on the Palestinian-Israeli Question" in November, in which all members except India participated at the level of heads of state.
Israeli Crimes in Gaza and the Prosecution of Perpetrators
These states are South Africa, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Comoros, and Djibouti.
Turkish-Russian Relations from Peter the Great to Putin
Read: Russia, the Grain Deal with Ukraine, and the Global South EffectFollowing the involvement of the Russian military in the Syrian civil war in September 2015, the downing of a Russian Su-24 fighter jet in November of the same year for violating Turkish airspace caused relations between the two countries to remain on edge until the failed coup attempt on July 15, 2016.
Cyprus Urges EU to Reassess Syria’s Safety for Refugee Repatriation
The island has also been a key point for migrants from Africa, especially since 2019, with many entering the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and being smuggled into the Greek Cypriot south.
Renewable Energy: 118 Countries Commit at COP28, Major Economies Hold Out
However, the commitment has notable absences, with Turkey, China, India, and South Africa—key players in global energy markets—yet to sign the pledge.
Finland Erects Barriers, Closes Border Crossings with Russia to Control Migrant Influx
Read: Why Did Turkey Ratify Finland’s but Not Sweden’s NATO Bid?
Suspicions of Russian officials' involvement
The Finnish government's recent decision to close four key southeastern border crossings with Russia raised suspicions of Russian officials' involvement in the migrant influx.
Palestine: Matters of Truth and Justice
Read: Apartheid and Settler-colonialism: A look at South Africa to PalestineAzmi Bishara argues that the Palestinian question is a matter of justice rather than a policy dilemma.
The EU’s Two-Dimensional Thinking about Integration is Myopic: Interview with Hans Kundnani
In the current European Commission, the Commission of Ursula Von Der Leyen since 2019, a European Commissioner for promoting the European way of life and his job is to keep migrants out, which makes it very explicit that migrants- only migrants from the South, not migrants from the east- are a threat to the European way of life.
UN Report: 46 Nations Designated as Least Developed, with High Debt Burdens
Read: Is China Pushing the Global South into a Debt Trap?
Precarious financial situation
However, the financial situation for these countries remains precarious.
Turkey is the Safest Route for East-West Trade
In fact, the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) also had a similar potential, but it is currently passive, especially after the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Russia Accuses US of Fueling Geopolitical Tensions in Asia-Pacific
"Read: How China, Russia and the US Compete Over Control in Africa
Southeast Asia ties
Shoigu further highlighted that Russia has been actively working to bolster ties with the countries of Southeast Asia.
France Can’t Be Neutral in the Sudan War
The RSF was formed in 2013 by restructuring the notorious Janjaweed militia with the goal of backing up the counterinsurgency operations in Darfur and South Kordofan.
