'Politicised circumstances': ICC issues 'contentious' arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant & Deif

21/11/2024 19:12 France 24

The world’s top war-crimes court has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Deif, accusing them of crimes against humanity in connection with the 13-month war in Gaza. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on the arrest warrants issued in "very contentious and politicised circumstances", FRANCE 24's François Picard is joined by Rosa Freedman, Professor of Law Conflict and Global Development and the Director of the Global Development Division at the University of Reading.

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