Netanyahu and Gallant Face ICC Arrest Warrants

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza, prompting condemnation from the Palestinian Embassy in Nigeria, which accused the U.S. of complicity in the violence. The ICC stated there are 'reasonable grounds' for the charges, which relate to actions taken from October 7, 2023, to May 20, 2024. In response, Netanyahu labeled the ICC's decision as anti-Semitic and compared it to a 'modern-day Dreyfus trial,' while Israeli officials across the political spectrum criticized the court's legitimacy. The UK government confirmed its respect for the ICC's independence but did not comment on potential arrest scenarios. As of November 19, the humanitarian toll in Gaza is devastating, with nearly 44,000 dead and a severe medical crisis exacerbated by Israeli restrictions. The situation highlights a deepening divide in perspectives on accountability and international law.