ICC requests arrest warrants for Israeli officials

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A bipartisan group of senators is proposing sanctions against the International Criminal Court for requesting warrants for Israeli officials accused of war crimes. President Biden and Congress are recommended to impose financial sanctions and visa bans on ICC officials. The Senate officially stands with Israel and rejects the ICC's actions.

Key Points

  • Resolution led by Sens. Mike Rounds and Joe Manchin to reject ICC's actions
  • Call for allies and partners to use leverage to halt politicized proceedings
  • President Biden denounces the arrest warrant requests against Israeli officials

Pros

  • Bipartisan effort from senators to support Israel and propose sanctions against the ICC
  • Recommendation for financial sanctions and visa bans on ICC officials

Cons

  • ICC filing applications for arrest warrants against Israeli officials accused of war crimes
  • Negative reactions from U.S. lawmakers and President Biden towards the ICC's move