The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, ex-Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif. These charges relate to alleged war crimes. The warrants will be circulated to the 124 ICC member states, requiring their cooperation. This marks Netanyahu’s first indictment since October 2023, raising questions about how ICC member states will respond and the broader implications for global justice.
What’s Next?
The ICC warrants mean the accused could face arrest if they enter any of the ICC member states. However, enforcement largely depends on the cooperation of these states, as Israel is not a member of the ICC and has consistently rejected its jurisdiction. This move sets a precedent, spotlighting the ICC’s stance on holding leaders accountable for alleged war crimes.
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