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ICC denies it issued new warrants against Israeli officials, calls report inaccurate

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Posted on May 17, 2026

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· Last updated: May 17, 2026

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ICC Denies Reports of New Arrest Warrants for Israeli Officials Over Alleged Crimes

ICC Responds to Media Reports on Alleged Arrest Warrants

Background of the Report

THE HAGUE, May 17 (Reuters) - The International Criminal Court (ICC) denied a report in Israeli media on Sunday that it had issued new arrest warrants for five Israeli political and military officials for alleged crimes against Palestinians.

Official Statement from the ICC

Spokesperson's Clarification

ICC spokesperson Oriane Maillet said in a note to journalists that the report, in Israel's Haaretz newspaper, was not accurate, and the court "denies the issuance of new arrest warrants in the situation in the state of Palestine".

Media Coverage and Editing

(Reporting by Stephanie van den BergEditing by Peter Graff)

Key Takeaways

  • The Haaretz report on May 17, 2026, alleging secret ICC warrants is inaccurate and officially denied by the ICC spokesperson. (jpost.com)
  • Only two publicly known ICC warrants exist, issued in November 2024, targeting Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. (icc-cpi.int)
  • The ICC continues its broader investigation into the situation in Palestine, including previously issued and then withdrawn warrants related to Hamas leadership. (investing.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did the ICC issue new arrest warrants for Israeli officials?
No, the ICC has denied issuing any new arrest warrants for Israeli political and military officials.
What did the ICC say about the report in Haaretz?
The ICC spokesperson stated that the Haaretz report was not accurate and denied the issuance of new warrants.
Who clarified the ICC's stance regarding the reported warrants?
ICC spokesperson Oriane Maillet clarified that there were no new arrest warrants issued.
What is the context of the reported ICC warrants?
The reported ICC warrants related to alleged crimes against Palestinians by Israeli officials, but the ICC denied the claim.
Where is the International Criminal Court located?
The International Criminal Court is located in The Hague, Netherlands.

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