Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has issued a warning, stating that the leaders of Israel could potentially face international prosecution and arrest warrants for crimes committed against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. In an article published by the Israeli daily Haaretz, Olmert expressed concern that Israel would have no defense when accused of these crimes.
Olmert highlighted the actions of Israeli settlers who continuously commit offenses against Palestinians in the West Bank, with little to no consequences. He specifically called out current government officials like National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for their involvement in allowing these crimes to continue.
Addressing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Minister of threats Itamar Ben-Gvir, Olmert warned them of potential arrest warrants in the near future for the ongoing injustices in the West Bank.
With tension rising in the West Bank due to the Israeli offensive on Gaza, the need for accountability for the crimes committed against Palestinians is more crucial than ever.