# #112 - Yishmael vs Yisrael VIII - The ICJ

From **History For The Curious** by R Aubrey Hersh;Mena Reisner.

- **Published:** Tue, 23 Jan 2024 22:53:41 +0000
- **Duration:** 42:00
- **Audio:** https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sbpamc/HC006_-_Extra_Episode_Assembled_mixdownbsr29.mp3
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<p>In 2004 Israel was prosecuted at the ICJ for building a barrier through the West Bank. But Israel didn’t bother to turn up. What changed in 2024? </p>
<p>Why did South Africa in particular, take the lead against Israel?</p>
<p>Why does the proportionality argument (regarding civilian casualties) not help Israel’s defense?</p>