ICC issues arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders over Gaza war crimes
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza. The ICC claims jurisdiction based on Palestine's membership since 2015, despite Israel not being a member. The court's power to enforce these warrants is limited. It relies on member states to arrest suspects, which is not guaranteed. Some countries, including Hungary, have indicated they may not comply with the ICC's requests. While the ICC can investigate crimes in non-member states, its effectiveness is hindered by political dynamics, particularly within the U.N. Security Council. The court has previously issued warrants for leaders from non-member countries, but enforcement remains a challenge.