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.
Key Points
- Israel concerned about potential arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court
- Court investigating possible war crimes dating back to 2014 Israel-Hamas war
- Israel and U.S. do not recognize the court's jurisdiction
Pros
- Potential accountability for war crimes committed by both Israel and Palestinian militants
Cons
- Risk of arrest for Israeli officials in other countries
- Increased pressure on Israel to halt military offensive in Gaza