The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Daily: Prosecuting the Gaza War Before the International Criminal Court with Chimène Keitner
May 23, 2024
Lawfare Daily features Chimène Keitner, a Professor of Law at UC Davis School of Law and former Counselor on International Law at the U.S. Department of State, discussing recent ICC arrest warrants for senior Hamas and Israeli officials for war crimes in Gaza. They explore the jurisdiction of the ICC, allegations against the leaders, and potential political ramifications of the warrants.
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- The ICC is targeting key figures like Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for war crimes to address ongoing violations.
- The legal complexities of ICC jurisdiction in the Gaza conflict involve distinctions of armed conflicts and immunity issues.
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Khan's Strategy and Timing in the International Criminal Court
The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, is strategically targeting key figures involved in the conflict in Gaza, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders, in a bid to address ongoing human rights violations and criminal acts. Khan's decision to seek arrest warrants at this juncture highlights his proactive approach towards ensuring accountability for crimes against humanity and war crimes, even amid diplomatic efforts and ongoing conflict. By signaling his scrutiny of Israel's conduct and emphasizing the urgency of accountability, Khan aims to assert the ICC's role in addressing current conflicts.
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