International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Russian Officials for War Crimes in Ukraine

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for former Russian defense minister Sergei Shoigu and leading Russian general Valery Gerasimov for alleged war crimes committed during Russia's war with Ukraine.

Israeli Prime Minister's Key Rival Resigns from War Cabinet

Benny Gantz resigns from Israeli war Cabinet after postwar plan for Gaza fails to materialize, citing Netanyahu as obstacle to victory. Global condemnation of civilian death toll in Gaza war. Gantz calls for elections and criticizes Netanyahu for lack of plan. Netanyahu faces further isolation and relies on far-right support. U.N. orders Israel to halt offensive in Rafah. International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders. Netanyahu claims Israeli military is the most moral army in the world. Far-right members threaten to dissolve government if Netanyahu agrees to proposal.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Handling of Gaza Crisis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from fellow war cabinet members for his handling of Gaza, with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and former Defense Minister Benny Gantz demanding changes in policy. Netanyahu rejected their proposals, leading to increased public and international pressure on him. The International Criminal Court's prosecutor applied to issue arrest warrants for Netanyahu and others, and some Western states announced recognition of a Palestinian state. Netanyahu's refusal to accede to demands for steps leading to Palestinian statehood, including normalization with Saudi Arabia, has further diminished his public standing.

Criticism of Attack on International Criminal Court

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the attack on the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor for requesting arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders, calling it hypocrisy.

International Criminal Court seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders

President Biden criticizes the International Criminal Court's decision to seek arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister, defense minister, and Hamas leaders. Some members of Congress want sanctions on the ICC. Human rights experts warn against repeating the mistakes of the past.

Legal experts recommend arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister and Hamas leaders for war crimes

Amal Clooney and other legal experts recommended that the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court seek arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for war crimes. The panel of experts unanimously agreed on this recommendation based on actions taken during the seven-month war in Gaza.

Israeli military accountability

Many in Israel believe the military does not adequately hold its own soldiers accountable, despite the government rejecting the idea of the International Criminal Court prosecuting Israeli's accused of war crimes in Gaza.

International Criminal Court (ICC) and Israel

Speaker Mike Johnson is calling on President Biden to block the International Criminal Court's reported plan to issue arrest warrants for top Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it baseless and illegitimate. Israel is concerned about potential arrest warrants over its response to a terrorist attack by Hamas in 2023.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks President Biden's help to prevent ICC arrest warrants

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked President Biden for help to prevent the International Criminal Court from issuing arrest warrants for senior Israeli officials in connection with the war in Gaza.

Israeli Airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza and International Criminal Court Concerns

At least 22 people, including women and children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza. International Criminal Court may issue arrest warrants against Israeli leaders over the war in Gaza. Israel plans an invasion of Rafah despite warnings. ICC probe is ongoing into possible war crimes by Israel and Palestinian militants. Israel rejects ICC jurisdiction. Pro-Palestinian protests have spread across U.S. college campuses.

International Criminal Court and Israeli Officials, Pro-Palestinian Protests, Tornadoes in the South and Midwest, Pregnancy Accommodations, Abortion Rights Lawsuit, Nour El Massry's Photography

The International Criminal Court in the Hague is preparing to issue arrest warrants for senior Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on charges related to the war against Hamas in Gaza. Pro-Palestinian protests continue on U.S. college campuses. Tornadoes have caused deaths and injuries in the South and Midwest. Employers must make accommodations for pregnant women and new moms. 17 states are suing the EEOC over abortion rights. Photographer Nour El Massry captures the beauty of Egypt in his photos.

International Criminal Court Investigation on Israel and Palestinian Militants

Israel is greatly concerned that the International Criminal Court may issue arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and senior military officials. The court is investigating possible war crimes committed by both Israel and Palestinian militants going back to the Israel-Hamas war in 2014.

Arrest Warrants Issued for Russian Military Officers in Ukraine Conflict

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for two high-ranking Russian military officers for directing attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine. Russian forces have repeatedly targeted Ukrainian infrastructure. Russia refuses to hand over suspects to face trial in The Hague.