International court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, ex-defense minister and Hamas leader

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 war in Gaza. The court claims Netanyahu and Gallant restricted humanitarian aid and targeted civilians, leading to widespread starvation and civilian deaths. The warrants come as the death toll in Gaza surpasses 44,000, with many victims being women and children. While the warrants make Netanyahu and Gallant internationally wanted, their practical impact may be limited since Israel and the U.S. are not members of the court. The warrants complicate their international travel, with some countries indicating they may enforce the warrants if the leaders visit.