Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of not complying with ICJ order

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of not complying with ICJ order

Human Rights Watch says Israel has failed to comply with the International Court of Justice order connected with the genocide case brought against it by South Africa. Israel is expected to report back to the court on the actions it's taken to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and how it's prevented the commission of genocidal acts. Jody Jacobs reports.

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South Africa

South African Trade Unions Strongly Oppose Potential Job Losses at Anglo American Platinum

The South African Federations of Trade Unions expresses strong opposition to the anticipated job losses at Anglo American Platinum (Amplats). Amplats has initiated a section 189A process that may lead to the retrenchment of 3,700 employees, aiming to reduce costs by five billion rand. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, decries Amplats' plans to retrench workers, asserting that it is driven by a desire to maximize profits, which is deemed unacceptable.

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