ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas commander 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 military commander Mohammed Deif over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. The court found reasonable grounds for their criminal responsibility during the ongoing conflict. The warrants follow a pre-trial chamber's rejection of Israel's challenges to the ICC's jurisdiction. The prosecution's case is linked to the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, which resulted in significant casualties and hostages, and Israel's military response in Gaza. Both Israel and Hamas have denied the allegations. Israeli President Isaac Herzog criticized the ICC's decision, while Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti welcomed the warrants and called for further action against Israel at the International Court of Justice.