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ICC Chief Prosecutor Says Court is ‘Subject to Range of Attacks’, Denies Misconduct Allegations
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “This is a moment in which myself and the International Criminal Court are subject to a wide range of attacks and threats.” Karim Khan, the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, […]
Israel’s Attacks on Medics in Lebanon a ‘War Crime’ – Euro-Med Rights Monitor
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israel’s targeting in Lebanon “follows the same pattern as in the Gaza Strip, raising the possibility that aid trucks may be targeted directly and repeatedly in the future under false […]
‘Unprecedented’ – Rights Group Files ICC Case against 1,000 Israeli Soldiers for War Crimes in Gaza
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The “meticulously collected evidence demonstrates the extent of their participation in violations of international law”. A Belgium-based rights group, the Hind Rajab Foundation, has filed “an unprecedented and historical complaint” […]
‘Blatant Ploy’ – Netanyahu Sought Gaza Probe to Circumvent ICC Arrest Warrants
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Netanyahu reportedly wanted an investigation to be opened and then closed, with an update filed to the ICC. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to have the country’s attorney general […]
‘Ongoing Criminality’ – ICC Presses for Urgent Arrest Warrants against Netanyahu, Gallant
By Palestine Chronicle Staff In a submission filed on Monday, the ICC Prosecutor emphasized the necessity to issue the arrest warrants due to the “ongoing criminality” he mentioned in his original request in May. […]
‘No Unjustified Delays’ – ICC Prosecutor Urges Ruling on Warrants for Israeli Leaders
By Romana Rubeo Karim Khan urged an expedited ruling from judges on the issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, […]
‘State Commission of Inquiry’ – Netanyahu Mulls Options to Thwart ICC Arrest Warrants
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant have met with other officials to discuss how to stave off possible arrest warrants against them by the International Criminal […]
‘Diplomatic Pressure’ – Israel Mulls ICC’s Next Step on Issuing Arrest Warrants for Officials
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Haaretz said “official Israeli sources familiar with the details of the procedure” told the paper “that diplomatic pressure is being exerted on the court to delay the issuance of the […]
‘Flagrant Violation’ – Palestine Seeks ICC Arrest Warrant against Smotrich’s Call to Starve Gazans
The Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has declared Monday that starving to death two million people in Gaza might be “justified and moral.” The Palestinian Foreign Ministry is requesting the International Criminal Court (ICC) to […]
‘Rule of Law’ – UK Drops Challenge to ICC’s Netanyahu Arrest Warrant
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Starmer’s spokesperson stated that the decision aligns with the government’s long standing stance that the court should determine its own jurisdiction. Britain’s new government announced on Friday that it would […]
ICC to Delay Arrest Warrants for Israeli, Hamas Leaders – What We Know So Far
By Palestine Chronicle Staff On May 20, ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant as well as senior Hamas officials on charges of […]
US Pressuring UK to Uphold Legal Challenge over ICC Arrest Warrants – Report
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The United States “is not a member of the ICC, and expects the UK to look after its interests there.” The US is reportedly pressuring the UK’s new Labor government […]
Labour Government Signals Policy Shift, Drops ICC Challenge on Netanyahu – Report
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The ICC’s pre-trial chamber had reportedly given the UK until July 12 to submit its full claim, but it now seems highly unlikely that the new government will proceed. The […]
‘Asked to Report’ – Israel’s Ambassador to Netherlands Summoned Over ICC Spying Allegations
The statement also underlined that the Netherlands, as the host state of the ICC, is obliged under an agreement with the court to protect the safety and security of court staff. The Dutch Foreign Ministry […]
‘Looming Possibility’ – Netanyahu Expects ICC Arrest Warrants soon
According to the Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper, “Netanyahu convened a high-stakes discussion on Tuesday evening about the looming possibility that the ICC might heed the request of its chief prosecutor.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fears […]
Global Support for ICC – 93 Countries Renew Support for ICC amid US Sanctions Threat
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Ninety-three countries have renewed their commitment to support the International Criminal Court (ICC) and stand united against impunity. In a joint statement, these countries emphasized the importance of upholding the […]
‘Arrest Warrants’ against Netanyahu, Gallant – US House Passes Bill to Sanction ICC
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The ICC‘s Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan announced last month that his office had filed applications for arrest against Netanyahyu and Gallant. The US House of Representatives has voted to pass […]
‘Alleged Israeli Espionage Against ICC’ – Dutch Lawmakers Demand Probe
The motion, citing international media reports, requested that the three ministries, along with Dutch intelligence services, look into Israel’s alleged espionage and intimidation efforts against the ICC. Dutch lawmakers have called for a probe into […]
The World’s Shifting Pendulum: Palestine’s ICC Victory is Proud Moment for the Global South
By Ramzy Baroud The persistence of Palestinians and the massive solidarity they have obtained from countries throughout the Global South, eventually paid off. Even the most optimistic of political analysts did not expect that […]
Israel’s Secret Campaign Against ICC Revealed – Surveillance, Hacking, Intimidation
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israel’s campaign reportedly involved using intelligence agencies to “surveil, hack, pressure, smear and allegedly threaten senior ICC staff in an effort to derail the court’s inquiries.” The British newspaper The […]
‘Collective Punishment’ – Khan Says Israel Must Comply with International Law
By Palestine Chronicle Staff International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has accused Israel of imposing collective punishment on Gaza, emphasizing that no one is immune from prosecution for war crimes or crimes […]
‘We Abide by the Law’ – Germany Says It Would Detain Netanyahu if ICC Arrest Warrant is Issued
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The spokesperson for the German government has said they would “of course” abide by an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest order for Israeli officials if approved. Steffen Hebestreit, German Chancellor […]
‘No Power on Earth Will Stop Israel’ – Tel Aviv Adamant ahead of ICJ Ruling
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will announce its decision on Friday on South Africa’s request for additional measures against Israel, including to halt its military operation in Rafah. The […]
Karim Khan’s Arrest Warrants – No equivalence between Palestinian Victims and Israeli Perpetrators
By Iqbal Jassat Karim Khan has committed a grave error by unfairly positioning victims of Zionist colonialism on an equal footing with merciless perpetrators of genocide. Widespread suspicion that International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan […]
ICC Arrest Warrants for Israeli, Hamas Leaders- Global Reaction
By Palestine Chronicle Staff While the decision by the top prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) to apply for arrest warrants against Israeli and Hamas leaders drew stern criticism from Israel and its […]
‘Distorting the Truth’ – Gazans React to ICC Chief Prosecutor Decision on Arrest Warrants
By Abdallah Aljamal – Gaza “They should stop this war and prosecute all leaders of the occupation for the continuous bloody war on Gaza for the past eight months,” a Gaza resident said. The International […]
Efforts Underway to Issue ICC Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Sinwar – Developing Story
By Palestine Chronicle Staff According to Karim Khan’s statement, the top Israeli officials could be prosecuted for war crimes and crimes against humanity. The International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor, Karim Khan, filed applications […]
‘End Israeli Apartheid’ – Naledi Pandor Urges Progressive Forces to Push for Palestinians’ Rights
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “Progressive forces need to push for the inalienable right of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, which has been systematically denied since the British mandate.” South Africa’s Minister of International […]
‘Sort of a Precaution’ – US Lawmakers Prepare Sanctions against ICC over Israel
By Palestine Chronicle Staff US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) has confirmed that the bill is being drafted. US House Republicans are developing a bill to impose sanctions on officials from […]
Stop Threatening Us – ICC Prosecutor Calls for End to Intimidation of Staff, Officials
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The statement followed Israeli and American criticism of the ICC’s investigation into alleged war crimes committed in the Gaza Strip. The International Criminal Court’s prosecutor’s office called on Friday for […]