ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant as Israel intensifies strikes in Lebanon
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. The court stated there are reasonable grounds for these allegations. Israel continues extensive airstrikes in Gaza and Lebanon, including attacks in Beirut. The Israeli Defense Forces reported targeting over 100 sites in Lebanon recently, while tensions with Iran remain high following Israeli strikes on Iranian military locations. A cease-fire is being discussed, with U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein meeting officials in Beirut. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar emphasized Israel's right to respond to any violations by Hezbollah during negotiations.