Israel and US critical of ICC arrest warrant
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Why did Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuse the International Criminal Court of anti-Semitism?
Netanyahu accused the ICC of anti-Semitism because it issued arrest warrants for him and his former defense minister, Yoav Galant, over their conduct in the war in Gaza, alleging war crimes and crimes against humanity.
What specific crimes are Netanyahu and Galant suspected of by the ICC?
Netanyahu and Galant are suspected of using starvation as a method of war against Palestinian civilians, and of crimes against humanity including murder, persecution, and other inhumane acts.
How has Israel responded to the ICC's arrest warrants?
Israel has strongly condemned the ICC's decision, with senior officials including President Isaac Herzog calling it a dark day for justice and humanity, and accusing the ICC of double standards and anti-Semitism.
What impact could the ICC arrest warrants have on Netanyahu and Galant's ability to travel?
The arrest warrants could severely limit their travel, particularly to countries that are signatories to the ICC, as they would be obliged to arrest the two men if they set foot in those countries.
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- Netanyahu calls the ICC's claims absurd and false.
- The warrants also target former defense minister Yoav Galant.
- Israel and the US do not recognize the ICC's jurisdiction.
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