G7 foreign ministers support ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah while avoiding ICC warrant discussion
G7 foreign ministers expressed strong support for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah but did not address an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They emphasized the need for humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. The ministers called for Israel to uphold its humanitarian obligations but avoided discussing the International Criminal Court's warrants against Netanyahu and his former defense minister. Italy had raised the issue, but opinions among G7 members varied. The meeting also included discussions on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with ministers condemning Russia's actions and reaffirming their commitment to support Ukraine's sovereignty. The G7 aims to maintain pressure on Israel regarding humanitarian access in Gaza.