ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu and Gallant over war crimes

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense Minister Yoav Gallant, along with Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif. The warrants are for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes from October 8, 2023, to May 20, 2024. These warrants were initially classified as secret to protect witnesses but were made public due to ongoing similar conduct. The ICC's chief prosecutor had requested these warrants in May, following a deadly attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023. Since the conflict began, over 44,000 people have reportedly died in Gaza, with significant casualties on both sides. The situation remains critical, with ongoing military actions and humanitarian concerns.