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Icc approved arrest warrants for Hamas and Israel leaders
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking arrest warrants for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and others for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Israel-Hamas conflict. The ICC’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, believes they are responsible for serious offenses in Gaza and Israel.
This move marks the first time the ICC has targeted a top leader of a US ally.
Khan mentioned the severe impact of actions like using starvation as a method of warfare, leading to suffering and deaths among Palestinians, including children and women. The Families Forum, representing hostages held by Hamas, supports warrants against Hamas officials but disagrees with equating Israel’s leadership with Hamas.
The conflict escalated after an October 7 attack by Hamas militants, resulting in casualties and abductions. The war has caused significant Palestinian casualties and displacement. Israel claims it aims to avoid civilian harm and blames Hamas for operating in residential areas.
Critics accuse Netanyahu of prolonging the conflict for political gain, while he insists on continuing until Hamas is dismantled and hostages are returned. Pressure mounts on Netanyahu, including threats of reduced US support over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Current Israel – Hamas Situation
While the situation remains tense, international observers fear further escalation and call for diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict peacefully. Efforts to negotiate ceasefires and facilitate humanitarian aid to affected populations continue amid the ongoing hostilities. The broader implications of the ICC’s actions on international relations and accountability for war crimes are also under scrutiny, highlighting the complexities of the conflict and the challenges in finding a lasting resolution.
The List of countries which follows ICC rules
Here is a list of countries where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other mentioned personalities may face arrest if they travel there.
124 countries are States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. Out of them 33 are African States, 19 are Asia-Pacific States, 19 are from Eastern Europe, 28 are from Latin American and Caribbean States, and 25 are from Western European and other States.
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