Official announcement from the International Criminal Court (ICC)

ICC Prosecutor Urges Ruling on Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Halevi

Aug 23, 2024, 07:12 PM

Karim Khan, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has urged judges to urgently decide on issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, and Hamas leaders. Khan emphasized that the court has jurisdiction to investigate Israeli nationals, despite objections from multiple parties. The ICC prosecutor's request highlights ongoing legal scrutiny over actions linked to Gaza, with the court's authority being a central point of contention.