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South Africa urged the ICJ to order a ceasefire, citing a "new and horrific stage" in Gaza. This is the third ICJ hearing on the Israel-Hamas war since South Africa accused Israel of genocide in December. Israel denies targeting civilians, focusing instead on Hamas militants.