UK says ‘respects ICC independence’, focused on ceasefire
A United Kingdom government spokesperson has refused to directly say whether the UK will honour the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.
“We respect the independence of the International Criminal Court, which is the primary international institution for investigating and prosecuting the most serious crimes of international concern,” the spokesperson said in a statement.
“This government has been clear that Israel has a right to defend itself, in accordance with international law. There is no moral equivalence between Israel, a democracy, and Hamas and Lebanese Hezbollah, which are terrorist organisations,” the statement continues.
The British government said it will “remain focused on pushing for an immediate ceasefire to bring an end to the devastating violence in Gaza”, release the captives and increase humanitarian aid.
Respect? You have been trying to block these arrest warrants for months. You do not respect ICC independence at all.
Independent British lawmakers ask if UK will honour ICC warrants
An alliance of five independent lawmakers in the British Parliament has written to the prime minister to ask whether the government intends to honour its obligations regarding the arrest warrants issued by the ICC.
“Today’s historic decision by the ICC is the first step toward justice, accountability and peace. As a signatory to the ICC, the UK has an obligation to uphold the rulings,” they wrote.
“There is no ambiguity here: the UK’s continued supply of arms to Israel means the government is aiding and abetting war crimes. When will the government honour its obligations under the Geneva Convention to prevent genocide, and end all arms sales to Israel?”
Following the ICC's arrest warrants, the Independent Alliance have written to the Prime Minister asking if he will comply with the ruling.
The UK government must decide: is it on the side of Israeli impunity or international law? pic.twitter.com/TRcOs29vx8
— Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) November 21, 2024
Canada will abide by all rulings of international courts, says Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada will abide by all rulings issued by international courts when asked about arrest warrants issued by the ICC for senior Israel officials.
“It’s really important that everyone abide by international law,” Trudeau told a televised news conference. “We stand up for international law, and we will abide by all the regulations and rulings of the international courts.”
He Justin, abide by the ICJ rullings / advisories as well. Sanction Israel now.
