South Africa has filed a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). I agree with the Government that this development is unhelpful and do not support it.

Israel has the right to defend itself against Hamas, but must act within international humanitarian law. I do not believe that calling this genocide is the right approach.

The British Government’s long-standing position is that it is for courts to decide on matters of genocide, not for states. It of course respects the role and independence of the ICJ.