ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif; Israeli Military Warns Soldiers Against Travel Amid 30 Complaints

Dec 4, 2024, 07:34 AM

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif, charging them with crimes against humanity. The Israeli military has warned its soldiers and officers who served in Gaza against traveling abroad due to the risk of legal proceedings or arrest related to their involvement in the conflict. The military has also advised the removal of any evidence of military actions from social media. This follows reports of approximately 30 complaints and legal actions filed against Israeli soldiers and officers who participated in the Gaza conflict, with the ICC's decision potentially encouraging further legal actions worldwide. Additionally, eight soldiers were recalled from Cyprus, Holland, and Slovenia to avoid potential investigations or arrests.