The Globalist Benjamin Netanyahu visits Hungary despite the ICC arrest warrant
Apr 1, 2025
David Schlesinger, an independent advisor on media and China, joins political journalist Theo Asherwood, Kyiv Independent's business editor Lilian Bavings, and Monocle's contributing editor Sheena Rossiter. They discuss Netanyahu's controversial visit to Hungary amid an ICC arrest warrant, Europe’s political response, and China's role in global conflicts. The group also delves into Ukraine’s innovative media projects and the cultural influence of J-pop aiming to go global, inspired by K-pop's success.
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ICC's Authority Challenged
- Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Hungary challenges the International Criminal Court's authority.
- Hungary, an ICC member, refuses to enforce the arrest warrant, highlighting the court's limitations.
Strategic Alliance
- Netanyahu's visit to Hungary shows his limited European allies but strengthens his bond with Orban.
- Both leaders utilize similar political strategies, offering mutual support amidst domestic challenges.
Pragmatism over Principle
- Netanyahu's alliance with Orban, despite Orban's anti-Semitic rhetoric, reveals a pragmatic approach to foreign policy.
- Netanyahu prioritizes political expediency, accepting support from far-right figures despite the inherent contradiction.