Ireland has filed a motion to intervene in South Africa's genocide case against Israel, causing tensions between Dublin and Jerusalem. The request was submitted to the International Court of Justice after Ireland's cabinet voted to join the case accusing Israel of perpetrating 'genocide' during the ongoing war with Hamas. In response, Israel's Foreign Minister announced the closure of Israel's embassy in Ireland, accusing the country of supporting the ICC proceedings against Israel and promoting antisemitism. Despite this, both countries have stated that diplomatic relations will be maintained.