Israeli authorities believe that arrest warrants reportedly issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant will not be enforced by member states. This estimation was shared by the Israeli Broadcasting Authority and reported by Al Jazeera on Friday.
The ICC, headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands, is an international tribunal responsible for prosecuting individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression. While Israel is not a member of the ICC, the court has been examining actions related to conflicts in the Palestinian territories.
The Israeli Broadcasting Authority’s statement reflects confidence that even if arrest warrants are in place, member countries are unlikely to act on them. This comes amid ongoing tensions and scrutiny over Israel’s policies and military operations in the region.
International reactions vary, with some nations calling for accountability and others supporting Israel’s stance. The situation remains dynamic, and it is uncertain how the ICC and its member states will proceed regarding these potential arrest warrants.
