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Hungarian PM invites Netanyahu for visit, calls ICC warrants ‘brazen and cynical’

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Hungarian PM invites Netanyahu for visit, calls ICC warrants ‘brazen and cynical’

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Friday severely criticised the International Criminal Court (ICC)’s decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and country’s former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, calling it “brazen, cynical and completely unacceptable”. On Thursday, the Pre-Trial Chamber of the International Criminal Court, in its composition for the Situation … Read more

Israeli leaders label ICC’s arrest warrant for Netanyahu as ‘anti-semitic’

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Israeli leaders label ICC’s arrest warrant for Netanyahu as ‘anti-semitic’

As the International Criminal Court on Thursday issued arrest warrants for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, Israeli leaders from across the political spectrum united to condemn the decision pronounced by a three-judge panel of the United Nations court. Netanyahu’s office described the warrants as “an antisemitic decision… equivalent … Read more

Israel Anger Over ICC Arrest Warrants For Netanyahu, Ex-minister

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Israel Anger Over ICC Arrest Warrants For Netanyahu, Ex-minister

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the International Criminal Court as “anti-Semitic” on Thursday afer it issued arrest warrants for him and his former defence minister, vowing it would not deter him from defending Israel. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid also criticised the arrest warrants, accusing the court of rewarding “terrorism”. The arrast warrants for Netanyahu … Read more

AG to Netanyahu: Form independent inquiry or face ICC warrant – Israel Politics

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AG to Netanyahu: Form independent inquiry or face ICC warrant – Israel Politics

Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara held meetings with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about preventing the International Criminal Court (ICC) from issuing arrest warrants, in which she pressured him to form an independent commission to investigate the humanitarian situation in Gaza, according to Israeli media reports on Thursday. Netanayhu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant are both facing … Read more

UK won’t challenge ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Gallant

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UK won’t challenge ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Gallant

The United Kingdom has officially decided to drop its objection to the arrest warrant being issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. The announcement was made by a spokesperson for British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The official said that the UK will not proceed … Read more

Lebanon disputes ICC’s role in investigating claims of war crimes

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Lebanon disputes ICC’s role in investigating claims of war crimes

Lebanon has reversed a move to authorize the International Criminal Court to investigate alleged war crimes on its soil, prompting a prominent rights group to deplore what it called the loss of a “historic opportunity” for justice. Lebanon has accused Israel of repeatedly violating international law since October, when the Israeli military and Lebanese … Read more

QuickCheck: Are the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court the same?

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QuickCheck: Are the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court the same?

THE rise in geopolitical tensions across the globe has brought terms and phrases often used only among political scientists into public attention, such as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the International Criminal Court (ICC). Last December, South Africa filed a case against Israel at ICJ alleging that its action in Gaza is tantamount … Read more

Amal Clooney Helped ICC Weigh Gaza War Crimes Evidence

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Amal Clooney Helped ICC Weigh Gaza War Crimes Evidence

Amal Clooney helped the International Criminal Court weigh evidence that led to the decision to seek arrest warrants for top Israeli and Hamas leaders, the human rights lawyer said Monday. The high-profile British-Lebanese barrister posted a statement on the website of the Clooney Foundation for Justice, which she founded with her husband, American actor George … Read more

ICC seeks arrest warrant for Hamas leader Sinwar, Israel PM Netanyahu

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ICC seeks arrest warrant for Hamas leader Sinwar, Israel PM Netanyahu

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking arrest warrants for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in connection with the October 7, 2023, attacks and the Gaza war.  The announcement was made by the ICC’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, on Monday, May 20, citing allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed … Read more

Hero Motocorp Lights Up The Festive Season With 2nd Edition Of ‘Grand Indian Festival Of Trust’

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Hero Motocorp Lights Up The Festive Season With 2nd Edition Of ‘Grand Indian Festival Of Trust’

Home Car And Bike Hero Motocorp Lights Up The Festive Season With 2nd Edition Of ‘Grand Indian Festival Of Trust’ The theme for the mega campaign this year is “Iss Tyohar, Nayi Raftaar” which reflects the positive sentiments of the Indian families who are gearing up to celebrate the festival with excitement and optimism. Grand … Read more