The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu. Péter Szijjártó reacted to the news on his Facebook page, calling the decision shameful and absurd.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and recently deposed Defense Minister Joáv Galant, the Hague-based court informed on Thursday.
According to the statement, the arrest warrant was issued for crimes against humanity and war crimes committed by the Israeli prime minister and his defense minister “at least between October 8, 2023 and May 20, 2024.”
It was highlighted: there is good reason to assume that Netanyahu and Galant are criminally responsible as co-persecutors for the following crimes: the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare, as well as crimes against humanity such as murder, persecution and other inhuman acts. There are good reasons to assume that those involved are also criminally responsible for the war crime committed by intentionally directing an attack against the civilian population, they wrote. It can be concluded that the alleged crimes against humanity were part of a widespread and systematic attack on the civilian population of Gaza, they added.
It was also announced: the chamber acting in the case considered that there are good reasons to believe that Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Galant “deliberately and knowingly” deprived the civilian population of Gaza of essential means for their survival, including food, water, medicines and medical equipment , as well as fuel and electricity, at least October 8, 2023 and May 20, 2024. between.
Péter Szijjártó was extremely outraged by the decision
“The International Court of Justice has issued an arrest warrant against the Israeli prime minister and the defense minister.
This decision is shameful and absurd. I just had a telephone conversation with my colleague Gideon Sa’ar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Israel, and I assured him that Hungary rejects any institution of the international court system being turned into a political tool, and now this has happened.”
– said Péter Szijjártó and then continued:
This decision brought shame to the international court system by equating the prime minister of a country attacked with a diabolical terrorist attack and the leaders of the terrorist organization that carried out the diabolical attack. The decision is unacceptable”.
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**How might the ICC arrest warrant and subsequent international reactions influence public opinion and political discourse within Israel and Palestine, and could this impact the viability of a two-state solution?**
## Interview: The ICC Arrest Warrant and International Reactions
**Welcome to World Today News. We are here today to discuss the recent decision by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to issue an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Galant. Joining us today are:**
* **Dr. Amal Jamal**: Professor of Political Science at Tel Aviv University specializing in international law and conflict resolution.
* **Ambassador Thomas Reed**: Former US diplomat with extensive experience in Middle Eastern affairs.
**Part I: The ICC Decision and its Implications**
* **Moderator**: Dr. Jamal, the ICC cites crimes against humanity and war crimes related to the siege of Gaza. Could you elaborate on the specific allegations against Prime Minister Netanyahu and Minister Galant, and the legal basis for the ICC’s arrest warrant?
* **Moderator**: Ambassador Reed, the United States has traditionally resisted the jurisdiction of the ICC. How do you view this particular case, and what are the potential ramifications of this decision for US-Israeli relations?
* **Moderator**: Both of you, how might this warrant and the ensuing international debate affect the ongoing conflict? Do you anticipate any immediate or long-term consequences for the peace process?
**Part II: Perspectives on Justice and Accountability**
* **Moderator**: Dr. Jamal, many Palestinians see this arrest warrant as a long-awaited act of justice. What are the arguments in favor of holding Israeli leaders accountable for alleged wartime atrocities?
* **Moderator**: Ambassador Reed, Hungary’s foreign minister, Péter Szijjártó, has strongly criticized the ICC decision, calling it “shameful and absurd.” He argues that the court is being used as a political weapon. How do you respond to these concerns about politicization of international justice?
* **Moderator**: Dr. Jamal and Ambassador Reed, how can we strike a balance between pursuing accountability for potential war crimes and ensuring a fair and impartial legal process, particularly when dealing with complex geopolitical situations?
**Part III: The Future of International Justice**
* **Moderator**: Dr. Jamal, this case raises important questions about the power and limitations of the ICC in addressing international conflicts. What are your thoughts on the future of the court and its role in promoting peace and justice?
* **Moderator**: Ambassador Reed, what lessons can we learn from this case for future efforts to prevent and punish atrocities, considering the complexities and sensitivities surrounding Israeli-Palestinian relations?
**Moderator**: Thank you both for sharing your valuable insights on this complex and crucial issue. We hope this discussion has shed light on the various perspectives surrounding the ICC decision and sparked further reflection on the pursuit of justice and peace in the Middle East.
