ICC issues arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant over Gaza war crimes
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. The court claims they intentionally deprived civilians of essential resources and targeted the civilian population. Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticized the warrants, calling them a "dark day for justice" and arguing they overlook the situation of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The ICC's warrants are secret but were made public due to ongoing conduct. The ICC also issued a warrant for Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif, whose status remains unconfirmed after reports of his death. The court rejected Israel's challenge to its jurisdiction over the situation in Palestine.