ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leader over alleged war crimes
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif. These warrants are linked to alleged war crimes related to the October 7 Hamas attacks and Israel's military actions in Gaza. The ICC prosecutor had announced plans for these warrants in May, following significant casualties from both the attacks and Israel's military response. Reports indicate that over 44,000 people have died in Gaza during the ongoing conflict, with a large percentage being women and children. Israeli officials have condemned the ICC's decision, calling it a reward for terrorism. Meanwhile, the U.S. Senate has rejected resolutions to halt some weapons transfers to Israel, and threats of sanctions against the ICC have been made by incoming Senate leadership.