ICC issues arrest warrants for Israeli leaders over Gaza conflict
On November 21, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. They are accused of war crimes related to Israel's conflict in Gaza, including using starvation as a weapon. This marks the first time the ICC has indicted Israeli officials. The court also issued a warrant for Hamas military chief Muhammad Deif, who is accused of directing violence against civilians. The ICC's jurisdiction in Gaza was upheld despite Israel's objections. The warrants prevent Netanyahu and Gallant from traveling to 124 countries, including many of Israel's allies. The U.S. government faces internal divisions over the ICC's decision, with some lawmakers calling for sanctions against the court.