The Intelligence from The Economist Crimes seen: The ICC chases Israel and Hamas
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May 21, 2024 
Greg Karlstrom, the Middle East correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on the controversy surrounding the International Criminal Court's request for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders. The discussion highlights evidence of alleged war crimes by both sides and the political fallout from these actions. Additionally, the podcast touches on unexpected trends among young investors in China, particularly their quirky shift towards purchasing 'gold beans' amidst economic concerns.
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ICC Takes Action
- The International Criminal Court (ICC) requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders.
- This marks the first time the ICC has pursued such warrants in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Charges Against Israel
- The ICC's charges against Israeli officials focus on the denial of aid to Gaza, constituting a war crime.
- The focus is on political officials, like Netanyahu and Galant, for using starvation as a weapon.
Charges Against Hamas
- Hamas officials, including Yahya Sinwar, Muhammad Deif, and Ismail Haniyeh, are accused of overseeing atrocities.
- The charges stem from the October 7th massacre, involving murder, torture, rape, and hostage-taking.