Belgian authorities held and questioned two Israeli citizens who attended Tomorrowland festival after accusations of war crimes. Legal complaints were made alleging violations of international humanitarian law by Israeli soldiers. Prosecutors indicated that Belgian courts have jurisdiction over these alleged crimes, prompting police to locate and interview the individuals. The Hind Rajab Foundation identified identifiable soldiers associated with alleged crimes in Gaza, leading to a formal complaint in partnership with Global Legal Action Network. Further information about the ongoing investigation remains undisclosed.
Belgian authorities briefly held two Israeli citizens at an electronic music festival after pro-Palestinian groups accused them of war crimes, initiating an investigation.
Complaints were made against two Israeli soldiers for serious violations of international humanitarian law in Gaza, allegedly spotted at Tomorrowland, prompting police action.
The federal prosecutor's office asserted that Belgian courts possess extraterritorial jurisdiction over alleged war crimes, leading to the questioning of the identified individuals.
The Hind Rajab Foundation reported that two soldiers from the Givati Brigade were seen waving their flag at Tomorrowland, filing a legal complaint in collaboration with Global Legal Action Network.
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