Overview

• The ICC's probe into Netanyahu's actions during the Gaza conflict puts U.S. diplomatic relations under strain, as the U.S. has historically protected Israel from international prosecution.
• Despite not being a Rome Statute signatory, Israel could see its officials prosecuted due to Palestine's ICC membership, mirroring legal actions against non-member states like Russia.
• U.S. opposition to the ICC's jurisdiction over Israeli officials contrasts with its support for the court's actions against Russian President Vladimir Putin.
• The ICC faces accusations of bias and geopolitical influence, complicating its role in global justice amid ongoing conflicts.
• Potential ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders could significantly restrict their international travel, echoing the legal constraints faced by other global figures.