ICC issues warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant over Gaza war crimes
The International Criminal Court has issued warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant, citing their responsibility for war crimes in Gaza. The court also issued a warrant for Hamas leader Mohammed Deif. The warrants come amid a conflict that has resulted in over 44,000 deaths and significant injuries in Gaza. The court found "reasonable grounds" for the accusations against Netanyahu and Gallant related to crimes against humanity. Netanyahu rejected the warrant, calling it absurd. Hamas welcomed the warrants against Israeli leaders, citing a history of injustice, but did not comment on the warrant for Deif, whom Israel claims to have killed.