From the Liveblog of
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Former Supreme Court chief Beinisch: Nations must back us because terror a threat to all
Jessica Steinberg, The Times of Israel's culture and lifestyles editor, covers the Sabra scene from south to north and back to the center
Dorit Beinisch, a former chief justice of the Supreme Court, addresses the demonstration in Tel Aviv, telling the families of the hostages that “your scream is our scream, we hear your voices clear and strong, and we’re here to support you.”
Beinisch notes that Israel has previously experienced tough periods during war, “but October 7 shook up the nation.”
“We’re fighting a bitter enemy with no limit to its cruelty,” she adds.
Beinisch also comments on the genocide case that South Africa has brought against Israel at the International Court of Justice, denouncing it as “an embarrassment.”
“The massacre on October 7 wasn’t a fight for freedom and isn’t according to the laws of war. The nations of the world have to support us because terrorism is a threat to the world,” says Beinisch.
With her voice breaking, Beinisch calls on jurists around the world and everyone for whom the law is dear to take part and help.
“Don’t let cruelty and lies win,” she says. “I’m hopeful that the sounds of this rally will resound around the world.”
