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Biden condemns ICC for suggesting Israel and Hamas are equivalent

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Last updated: 2024/05/21 at 6:33 AM
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The Biden administration strongly denounced the International Criminal Court’s efforts to seek arrest warrants for top Israeli officials and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Prosecutor Karim Khan stated that the arrests were being sought in connection with the October 7 attack on Israel and the subsequent war that left many Palestinians dead. Biden condemned the ICC’s efforts in a statement, emphasizing that there is no equivalence between Israel and Hamas, as Israel seeks to protect civilians and is not engaged in genocide.

The ICC’s pursuit of arrest warrants for Israeli leaders gave Biden an opportunity to show support for the US’ top Middle Eastern ally. In the past, Biden has expressed concerns over Israeli military operations and has put conditions on US aid. The announcement marks the first time the ICC has sought an arrest warrant for a leader of a top US ally, placing Netanyahu in the company of other world leaders who have faced similar actions from the court. While the US and Israel are not members of the ICC, an arrest warrant could make it difficult for Israeli leaders to travel to countries that are party to the court’s laws.

News of the ICC seeking warrants for Israeli leaders has led to condemnation from the US and some of its allies. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that the US fundamentally rejects the court’s announcement, as it could jeopardize ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal. The Biden administration questioned the jurisdiction of the ICC to seek these arrests, with some lawmakers considering sanctions in response. Senator Bernie Sanders supported the ICC’s decision, emphasizing the importance of upholding international law.

Despite strong condemnation of the ICC efforts, there is a growing rift within the Democratic Party over Israel’s handling of the war. While some senators refused to take a position, others aligned themselves with Biden in criticizing the ICC’s actions. The United States is in a delicate position as it supports a separate effort by the ICC to document and investigate Russian war crimes in Ukraine. While the US continues to urge Israel to be more precise in its military operations in Gaza, it emphasizes that Israel’s actions are not comparable to the deliberate targeting of civilians by Russian forces.

In conclusion, the Biden administration’s denouncement of the International Criminal Court’s efforts to seek arrest warrants for Israeli officials and Hamas leaders reflects the complex dynamics at play in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The US continues to stand by its ally Israel while also supporting efforts to hold Russia accountable for war crimes. The ICC’s actions have sparked a range of responses from lawmakers and allies, highlighting the challenges of navigating international relations amid ongoing violence and tensions in the region. It remains to be seen how these developments will impact diplomatic efforts to achieve peace and security in the Middle East.

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