Israel has formally notified the International Criminal Court (ICC) it will challenge arrest warrants issued for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The warrants, linked to alleged actions during recent Gaza operations, have sparked intense debate about international justice and sovereignty. 🌐⚖️
The ICC prosecutor accused the leaders of restricting humanitarian aid to Gaza and contributing to civilian harm – claims Israel calls \"politically motivated.\" Legal experts say the appeal process could take months, with potential implications for diplomatic relations. Meanwhile, the U.S. reiterated its opposition to the warrants, calling them \"unhelpful\" to ceasefire efforts.
This marks the first time a sitting Western-aligned leader faces ICC charges since Russia's Vladimir Putin. Students of international law are closely watching how the court balances accountability norms with geopolitical realities. 📚🔍
