South Africa was pointedly absent from the Gaza peace summit that convened Monday in Sharm-el-Sheikh, Egypt, despite its experience in conflict resolution, after its strident opposition to Israel.

The list of 30 countries from four continents represented a broad range of backgrounds and interests. Arab and Muslim states were well represented, as were Asian countries, European leaders, and even — through Egypt — Africa.

However, South Africa was not involved.

South Africa has been one of the leading anti-Israel voices in the democratic world, falsely accusing Israel of “genocide” in a case at the International Court of Justice and otherwise attacking the Israeli government.

It has also led efforts to isolate Israel on the world stage for nearly 25 years.

One member of the BRICS (Brazil

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