ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders over 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, accusing them of war crimes related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This marks a significant escalation in international legal actions against both Israeli and Hamas officials. Netanyahu and Gallant are accused of depriving civilians in Gaza of essential supplies, while Deif faces charges linked to the October 2023 attacks on Israel. The warrants complicate their international travel, although enforcement may be limited since Israel and the U.S. are not ICC members. The ICC's decision follows a lengthy investigation and has drawn mixed reactions. Human rights groups have welcomed the warrants, while Israeli leaders have condemned them as unjust. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues, with significant casualties reported on both sides.