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. They are accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The court claims Netanyahu and Gallant used starvation as a weapon by restricting humanitarian aid and intentionally targeting civilians. This marks the first time a sitting leader of a major Western ally has been charged with such crimes by the ICC. The warrants complicate international travel for Netanyahu and Gallant, as they could be arrested in countries that recognize the court's authority. The situation has drawn mixed reactions, with some allies expressing support for the ICC's actions.