Benjamin Netanyahu's endorsement of Viktor Orban's decision for Hungary to leave the ICC underscores alarming global complacency regarding international justice. While European leaders denounce Putin's crimes, they hesitate to address Netanyahu's alleged war crimes, revealing a pattern of selective outrage. Only a few voices, notably Germany's Annalena Baerbock, call out the danger of undermining the ICC's authority, highlighting a global trend of impunity for powerful leaders. Amidst Trump's threats against ICC cooperation, this issue raises critical concerns about the future of international law and accountability for war crimes.
Four months ago, the court confirmed an arrest warrant for Netanyahu for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. He could hardly be expected to praise his own indictment.
Germany's Green foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, has been an almost lone voice in describing Netanyahu's visit to Hungary as a bad day for international law.
Downing Street slapped down the foreign secretary, David Lammy, for echoing the ICC in asserting breaches of international law.
As ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan points out, perceived unequal approaches are one of the biggest dangers for international justice itself.
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