G7 Divided Over ICC Arrest Warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu

Leaders of the G7 nations struggle to align on their response to the ICC's charges of war crimes against Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Galant.

• The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and ex-Defense Minister Joav Galant over alleged war crimes in Gaza.
• G7 foreign ministers met in Italy to discuss a coordinated response but failed to reach a consensus due to differing stances on the ICC's jurisdiction.
• Germany, as an ICC member, indicated Netanyahu could face arrest if he enters the country, while the U.S., not an ICC member, has taken a less definitive position.
• Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani criticized the warrants as 'useless' and called for their suspension, highlighting divisions within the group.
• Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán openly rejected the ICC's actions, inviting Netanyahu for a state visit and guaranteeing non-compliance with the arrest warrant.

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