Activists Call for ICC Action on Netanyahu and Gallant over Gaza War Crimes
Gaza (Quds News Network)- International activists are intensifying demands for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to fulfill its mandate by prosecuting war criminals, no matter their political position or power. The call comes after months of inaction following ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan’s request for arrest warrants targeting Israeli leaders over war crimes in Gaza.
Activists are urging global citizens to voice their criticism of the ICC’s delay in addressing these serious crimes.
International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan has asked judges to urgently rule on arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, stressing that the court has the right to prosecute Israeli politicians.
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ICC Delays in Issuing Arrest Warrants
In May, ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan filed an application for arrest warrants against both Netanyahu and Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. This move followed war crimes committed during Israel’s attacks on Gaza.
Despite these bold steps, the ICC has yet to issue the warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, drawing widespread criticism. The delay has led many international legal scholars to question the court’s commitment to ensuring justice for war crimes. Critics warn that the ICC’s failure to act undermines its founding purpose of preventing and prosecuting the world’s most serious crimes, as outlined in the Rome Statute.
One factor contributing to the delay is pressure made by western governments, mainly by the US Biden administration.
Despite these challenges, activists are calling for immediate action from the ICC, stressing the importance of holding war criminals accountable to prevent further atrocities.
As pressure mounts on the ICC to uphold its mandate, activists emphasize that justice delayed is justice denied. Calls are growing louder for the court to issue arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, ensuring accountability for the war crimes committed in Gaza.
