Hungary Announces Withdrawal from International Criminal Court Amid Netanyahu's Visit
Hungary plans to withdraw from the ICC as Israeli PM Netanyahu arrives despite an arrest warrant against him for alleged war crimes.
Hungary plans to withdraw from International Criminal Court
Washington Examiner
Summary
Hungary will initiate its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced during the visit of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, who is subject to an arrest warrant from the court. Orbán criticized the ICC as a political tool and expressed support for Netanyahu, who thanked Hungary for its decision. This move raises concerns about Hungary's commitment to international law and the implications for global justice, especially as the ICC seeks to hold individuals accountable for war crimes. The situation continues to provoke international debate regarding the court’s legitimacy and its treatment of Israel.
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Al Jazeera·2M· "…Hungary announced it will end its membership of the International Criminal Court as it staged a red-carpet welcome for Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu."
The Guardian·2M· "…For Orbán, it is another act of attention-grabbing defiance."
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