Turkey issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu over genocide charges in Gaza
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The Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and 36 senior Israeli officials, accusing them of genocide and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.
According to the prosecutor’s office, the list includes Israel’s Minister of Defense, Minister of National Security, Chief of General Staff, and Navy Commander.
The decision follows an investigation into what Turkish authorities describe as “systematic attacks” on Gaza’s civilian population since October 2023. The probe cites strikes on hospitals, humanitarian convoys, and residential areas that resulted in the deaths of thousands of Palestinians, including women and children.
Investigators claim that expert analyses and witness testimonies provide evidence of the personal criminal responsibility of Israeli leaders. As the accused individuals are outside Turkey’s jurisdiction, the Istanbul Criminal Court has ordered their arrest in absentia.
The decision follows an investigation into what Turkish authorities describe as “systematic attacks” on Gaza’s civilian population since October 2023. The probe cites strikes on hospitals, humanitarian convoys, and residential areas that resulted in the deaths of thousands of Palestinians, including women and children.
Investigators claim that expert analyses and witness testimonies provide evidence of the personal criminal responsibility of Israeli leaders. As the accused individuals are outside Turkey’s jurisdiction, the Istanbul Criminal Court has ordered their arrest in absentia.
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