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The International Criminal Court building is seen in The Hague, Netherlands.
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Afghan Taliban’s foreign ministry has condemned the ICC’s arrest warrants for its leaders

Afghanistan’s Taliban foreign ministry issued a statement on Friday expressing its strong condemnation and rejection of the International Criminal Court‘s (ICC) request for arrest warrants targeting two Taliban leaders. The ministry characterized the warrants, which allege the persecution of women and girls, as lacking a legitimate legal basis, marked by double standards, and driven by political motives. The ICC prosecutor revealed on Thursday that he … Continue reading Afghan Taliban’s foreign ministry has condemned the ICC’s arrest warrants for its leaders

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An Israeli military vehicle stands on the street during an Israeli raid, in Jenin, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
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In the West Bank, Trump is allowing Netanyahu to take aggressive actions that could destabilize the region

Those who believed that US President Donald Trump would emerge as the peace-promoting leader the Middle East has long sought should reconsider in light of the current situation in the Occupied West Bank. The Israeli army is unleashing devastation in Jenin, seemingly unfazed by 15 months of ongoing conflict, as they witness the striking scene of numerous well-equipped Hamas fighters and vehicles encircling the Red … Continue reading In the West Bank, Trump is allowing Netanyahu to take aggressive actions that could destabilize the region

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ICC is seeking arrest warrants for Taliban officials over gender-based offenses

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is pursuing arrest warrants for Taliban officials due to alleged gender-based crimes, as the group intensifies its repression of women’s rights in Afghanistan. In a statement released on Thursday, the ICC prosecutor’s office indicated that there are reasonable grounds to believe that Haibatullah Akhundzada, the Supreme Leader of the Taliban, and Abdul Hakim Haqqani, the Chief Justice of the ‘Islamic … Continue reading ICC is seeking arrest warrants for Taliban officials over gender-based offenses

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US House passes sanctions on the International Criminal Court over its actions related to Israel

The US House of Representatives voted on Thursday to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister related to Israel’s actions in Gaza. The legislation, known as the “Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act,” passed with a vote of 243 to 140 and aims to penalize any foreign … Continue reading US House passes sanctions on the International Criminal Court over its actions related to Israel

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France has refrained from commenting on the possibility of arresting Putin in connection with the ICC warrant

France is currently facing scrutiny regarding its position on an international arrest warrant issued for Israel‘s prime minister. On Thursday, the French government refrained from commenting on whether it would consider arresting Russian President Vladimir Putin under a similar warrant. Last week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense chief, and a Hamas military leader, … Continue reading France has refrained from commenting on the possibility of arresting Putin in connection with the ICC warrant

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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Israel has informed the ICC of its intention to contest the arrest warrants, according to Netanyahu

Israel has notified the International Criminal Court of its intention to appeal the arrest warrants issued for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant regarding their actions during the Gaza war, as stated by Netanyahu’s office on Wednesday. Netanyahu also mentioned that U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham had briefed him on various initiatives he is advocating in the U.S. Congress aimed at … Continue reading Israel has informed the ICC of its intention to contest the arrest warrants, according to Netanyahu

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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France holds the view that Netanyahu is protected from actions initiated by the ICC

France stated on Wednesday that it believes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enjoys immunity from actions taken by the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is pursuing his arrest for alleged war crimes in Gaza, as Israel is not a signatory to the court’s statutes. This perspective from France, released a day after a ceasefire was announced between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, facilitated … Continue reading France holds the view that Netanyahu is protected from actions initiated by the ICC

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Myanmar's junta chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing presides over an army parade on Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar.
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ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader over Rohingya campaign

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced on Wednesday his intention to pursue an arrest warrant for Myanmar‘s military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, in connection with crimes against humanity related to the alleged persecution of the Rohingya, a predominantly Muslim minority group. A representative from Myanmar’s ruling junta did not provide an immediate response to inquiries for comment. Approximately one million Rohingya individuals … Continue reading ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader over Rohingya campaign

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
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Italy seeks to prevent the arrest warrant for Netanyahu, according to reports

Italy is advocating for the suspension of the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as reported by Italian media outlets. As a signatory to the Rome Statute, Italy is obligated to comply with ICC rulings. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani is said to have proposed this initiative during a G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting held in Italy, which … Continue reading Italy seeks to prevent the arrest warrant for Netanyahu, according to reports

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EU’s Borrell calls on Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Lebanon ‘today’

The European Union‘s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called on the Israeli government on Tuesday to endorse a proposed ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, asserting that it includes all necessary security assurances for Israel. During a G7 Foreign Ministers meeting in Italy, Josep Borrell emphasized that there is no justification for delaying the implementation of the deal with Iran-backed Hezbollah, insisting that pressure should be applied … Continue reading EU’s Borrell calls on Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Lebanon ‘today’

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