France, US Broker Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Amid ICC Row

France has announced that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant may be entitled to immunity from ICC arrest warrants due to Israel's non-membership in the ICC. This decision follows the issuance of ICC warrants for alleged war crimes in Gaza. France's Foreign Ministry emphasized adherence to the Rome Statute's provisions on immunities for non-ICC parties. Meanwhile, France and the US played significant roles in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, with France's stance on the warrants becoming a contentious issue. Despite France's position, countries like the Netherlands and Canada have shown willingness to follow ICC obligations. This situation highlights differing international perspectives on ICC jurisdiction and the diplomatic challenges in Middle East peace efforts.