Call Me Back - with Dan Senor The ICC vs Netanyahu & Gallant - with Natasha Hausdorff
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Nov 25, 2024 Natasha Hausdorff, a British barrister and legal director of UK Lawyers For Israel, delves into the recent ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant. She discusses the legitimacy of the allegations, including charges of war crimes, and critiques the inaccuracies in the ICC's findings. The conversation also explores the complex role and challenges of the ICC, the varied international reactions to the warrants, and the implications for IDF reservists facing potential legal scrutiny on these claims. Natasha highlights the geopolitical dynamics surrounding Israel's judicial integrity amidst these developments.
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ICC Overview
- The International Criminal Court (ICC) was created in 2002 through the Rome Statute.
- It exists to prosecute individuals for crimes against humanity and war crimes, but has faced criticism for its effectiveness and political bias.
Jurisdictional Issues
- The ICC lacks jurisdiction over Israel because Israel isn't a member and hasn't delegated jurisdiction.
- The court's acceptance of Palestine's delegation is problematic since Palestine isn't a fully recognized state.
Complementarity Principle
- The ICC violated its complementarity principle by not allowing Israeli judicial authorities to investigate allegations first.
- Israel has a robust legal system actively investigating alleged soldier misconduct, which the ICC ignored.