ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders over Gaza conflict
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, accusing them of crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The court claims Netanyahu and Gallant used starvation as a method of warfare and targeted civilians, while Deif is accused of involvement in war crimes during the October 7 attacks. This marks the first time a sitting leader of a major Western ally faces such charges from the ICC. The warrants complicate international travel for Netanyahu and Gallant, as several countries, including France, may consider arresting them if they visit. Israel has rejected the warrants and is lobbying against them, while human rights groups have welcomed the court's actions.