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Do Israel's military actions in Gaza since October 7th, 2023 constitute a genocide?
Short answer: There is no final, authoritative legal ruling that Israel’s military campaign in Gaza since October 7, 2023 constitutes genocide. The question is before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and will likely take years to be decided on the merits. ([presidency.gov.za](https://presidency.gov.za/presidency-notes-icj-order-21-may-2026-matter-between-government-republic-south-africa-an