Israel is bracing for potential arrest warrants by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The Hague-based court recently shared a notice outlining its procedures in multiple languages. This would be the fourth instance of such a notice being posted on social media.
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan had earlier requested arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant on charges of crimes against humanity and war crimes in the Gaza Strip. While Israel has condemned this, preparations are underway for a potential defense strategy if arrest warrants are issued.
Israel, not a member of the ICC, faces challenges in navigating through this legal process. Despite objections to the court’s jurisdiction, the ICC’s authority extends to territories Palestine occupied since 1967, allowing prosecution of Israeli officials in these areas.
The ongoing conflict has drawn international criticism, with accusations of genocide and violations of human rights. The situation remains tense as Israel prepares for potential legal action, while the ICC’s decisions could have far-reaching implications.\
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