International Criminal Court

Abbas to Sue Israel for Arson Attack at ICC

Even though identity of culprits remains unknown, Abbas loses no time preparing file for international court on 'war crimes.'

AG, Justice Officials Pan Shaked's Land Court Idea

Members of Israel's legal system slammed Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked for proposing a special housing court in Judea and Samaria

ICC Prosecutor Rejects Request to Reopen Marmara Probe

ICC Prosecutor appeals ruling that she must reconsider her previous decision not to investigate Israeli "war crimes" on the Marmara.

Ya'alon: ICC Investigation 'Scandalous'

Defense Minister says ICC is being hypocritical in decision to re-open a previously closed investigation into Marmara incident.

Lapid Says ICC is 'Anti-Semitic' and 'Hypocritical'

Yesh Atid chairman blasts ICC for reopening Marmara investigation.

Netanyahu Blasts 'Hypcritical' ICC for Singling Out Israel

Prime Minister Netanyahu condemns ICC decision to reopen the Mavi Marmara case, urges it to focus on Iran, Syria or Gaza.

ICC to Reopen Mavi Marmara Case Against IDF

Deputy FM Hotovely slams ICC for becoming 'Palestinian propaganda tool,' after it decides to reopen flotilla 'war crimes' charges.

ICC 'War Crime' Delegation On Its Way to Israel

Gaza-based 'human rights center' head says delegation coming to gather testimony, calls to use Israeli media reports against the IDF.

Policy Shakeup: Israel Partially Cooperates With the ICC

In departure from long-standing policy, Israel sends special team to The Hague to try and shelve PA's 'war crimes' charges.

Could ISIS Sue America?

It sounds ludicrous - but that's no different to the international community allowing Hamas to wage 'warefare' against Israel UK spox says.

Terrorist Kingpin Receives Masters Degree in Israeli Prison

As the PA complains about how Israel treats 'prisoners,' terrorists in Israeli prisons are getting masters degrees.

PA: Next Step is an ICC Investigation of Israel

After submitting case Erekat says PA pressing for investigation to be launched, while outlining diplomatic warfare strategy.

US Condemns 'Counterproductive' PA ICC Bid

Washington says it does not believe PA is eligible to join the ICC, in surprising show of support for Israel given recent coolness.

Liberman Calls for 'War' Against 'Diplomatic Terrorist' Abbas

Responding to PA suit against Israel at ICC, ex-foreign minister argues there will be no chance of peace as long as Abbas is in power.

PA Officially Submits Case against Israel at ICC

PLO announces first batch of documents on 'settlements, Gaza and prisoners' to International Criminal Court.

Barghouti: We Will Prove Israeli 'War Crimes'

PLO Council member Mustafa Barghouti looks to put Israel on trial as Palestinians hand over materials for ICC 'war crimes' probe.

Exclusive

PA's Goal at The Hague: Indictments Against Israeli Ministers

Senior PA source tells Arutz Sheva that Maliki will submit official response to ICC Thursday capitalizing on UN report momentum.

PA to Use UN Report in Suing Israel at ICC for 'War Crimes'

'Palestine' representative at UNHRC unveils proposal to adopt new report and thereby allow it to be used in 'lawfare' at The Hague.

Israeli Rights Group Calls on ICC to Dismiss 'Biased' Prosecutor

Shurat Hadin cites prosecutor's 'extreme bias' against Israel, says she accepted 'Palestine' to ICC in violation of international law.

PA 'Lawfare' Against Israel at ICC to Commence Next Week

PA to submit first 'war crimes' file next Thursday, in attempt to open legal war against Israel over last summer's war in Gaza.

South Africa Tries Sudanese President for Darfur War Crimes

After initial warm welcome despite ICC warrant, S. African court tries man behind Darfur crimes after barring his exit from the country.

ICC Calls to Arrest Sudanese President for War Crimes

International court calls on South Africa to make arrest during state visit; Johannesburg ignores warrant.

ICC Delegation Headed to Israel to Probe 'War Crimes' Claims

Palestinians claim visit is good sign ICC is serious about their report, but Israeli official says visit is routine for preliminary probe.

PLO Prepares to Face Israeli Lawsuits at ICC

Realizing move to sue Israel may boomerang, PLO begins legal defense prep, announces 'war crimes' suit submission against Israel on June 25.

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Despite Amnesty Report ICC 'Stonewalling' Hamas War Crime Trial

Shurat HaDin director reveals impact of new report, says Hamas executions show Abbas 'only controls a few blocks in Ramallah.'

PA Diplomat: We'll Submit Two Lawsuits to ICC

Senior PA diplomat says the PA will submit two suits against Israel to the International Criminal Court on June 25.

Expert: Syria War Crimes Case at ICC 'Unlikely'

War crimes prosecution can only happen under a regime change, experts say, as Assad is likely to be involved in any short-term solution.

ICC Threatens Israel to Provide Information for Probe

ICC prosecutor says if Israel does not hand over information on Gaza op, she will be forced to open full-scale 'war crimes' investigation.

Hamas Calls for Action After Leftist NGO's Anti-IDF Report

Hamas leaders call on Arab world, international community to bring IDF officers to trial for defending Israel.

ICC Weighing Prosecuting PA for War Crimes

ICC chief prosecutor intends to launch 'unbiased' investigation into 'both sides' of Gaza war; no official decision has been made yet.

Israel to Return Frozen Tax Funds to PA

1.8 billion shekels to be transferred to Ramallah on Monday, despite PA joining the ICC.

ICC Not to Prosecute ISIS for War Crimes

Islamic State, despite legacy of genocide, rape, and enslavement, not under ICC's 'jurisdiction' - so why is the non-state PA?

Michael Oren: PA in the ICC a 'Strategic Threat' to Israel

The PA plans to use its berth “as a strategic threat against Israel, in the form of international boycotts and sanctions," said Oren.

Foreign Ministry: PA's ICC Bid 'Hypocritical'

Israeli Foreign Ministry lashes back at Palestinian Authority's ICC membership, noting it violates the Oslo accords.

PA Officially Joins ICC to Sue Israel for 'War Crimes'

PA's ICC request takes effect on April 1 to charge 'settlements' and 'war crimes,' even as PA source admits the move will likely backfire.

'PA Cancels ICC Moves against Israel in Exchange for Tax Funds'

Also as a result of Israel's decision to free up the tax funds, the PA reportedly won't stop its security cooperation with Israel.

Abbas Risks ICC Declaring Gaza is Not His

PA gambit at the ICC might backfire if the court declares Ramallah has no grounds to file complaints for Gaza.

Palestinians Could Face Serious Backfire at the ICC

Despite a stacked deck, Israel is girding itself and is well-prepared for a showdown in the International Criminal Court.

PA Ambassador: Prosecution of Israel in ICC 'Inevitable'

The Palestinian Authority is determined to prosecute Israel in the International Criminal Court, no matter what, a top PA official said.

Politico: US May 'Dump' Israel at UN, International Forums

Taken aback by Netanyahu's victory Tuesday, US State Department may drop Israel as ally in international bodies like the UN, report says.

Erekat Vows to Intensify Efforts Against Israel

PA chief negotiator says the results of the elections means PA will continue to pursue Israel at ICC.

Liberman Unfazed by PA's Threats to Take Him to ICC

Liberman brushes off threats by Palestinian Authority to take him to court over remarks on beheading Arabs.

PA Threatens Lawsuits Over 'Settlements', Gaza War

DFLP leader taunts Israel by claiming legal documents are already being prepared against it, due to 'evidence' gathered by leftist NGOs.

UNESCO: ISIS Antiquities Destruction in Iraq a 'War Crime'

UNESCO calls on ICC, UN Security Council to prosecute ISIS over destruction of antiquities in Nimrud, Iraq as 'war crime.'

PA to Submit First ICC 'War Crimes' Charge on April Fools' Day

In uncanny timing, PA's first complaint against Israel over 'war crimes' including 'Gaza war and settlement activity' to come April 1.

Erakat: Israel Tax Freeze Aims to Collapse Palestinian Authority

Chief PA negotiator Saeb Erakat says Israeli decision to withhold taxes after PA ICC application designed to destroy it.

IDF's Top Legal Expert Unconcerned by ICC 'War Crimes' Probe

Maj. Gen. Efroni says IDF is conducting investigations on operation that should make ICC trial superfluous.

Lawfare

Abbas Forms Committee to Sue Israel for 'War Crimes' at ICC

Abbas appoints Erekat to head group preparing documents to sue Israel for Gaza op, which Abbas's Fatah took part in committing war crimes.

ICC Urged to Reconsider a Probe of Flotilla Incident

Lawyers representing the Comoros ask ICC to reconsider a decision not to probe Israel's 2010 raid on the Mavi Marmara.

ICC Absurdity

Liberman to Russia: PA's Manipulation of ICC Will Hurt You Too

At a meeting with Russian FM Sergey Lavrov, Avigdor Liberman discussed regional issues including Iran, Syria, and the PA.

Abbas: ICC Membership will be Fully Active by April

PA Chairman says “Israeli settlements and assaults” must be brought before the International Criminal Court.

Graham: PA Could Lose Aid if it Sues Israel at ICC

Republican senator Lindsey Graham calls PA's application to join the ICC "incredibly offensive".

Israeli Poet Blesses Abbas's ICC Case

Radical and controversial poet Natan Zach takes out ad in Haaretz blessing Abbas on his way to the ICC.

Ya'alon: We are Fighting Hamas and The Hague

In a meeting with Canadian FM Stephen Baird, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon discusses regional issues and Israel's challenges.

Rivlin Calls on Abbas: Come to Jerusalem Instead of Going to ICC

During a meeting with American senators, President Reuven Rivlin calls on PA Chairman to renew peace talks.

PM: Forget Europe, We're Doing Business with Asia

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu suggested Sunday that Israeli businesspeople change their focus from Western Europe to other areas.

Netanyahu: ICC Inquiry is Height of Hypocrisy

At his weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu discusses ICC probe, Japan PM's visit and the plan to raise Israel's minimum wage.

Livni: Netanyahu to Blame for ICC Probe

Continuing her accusations against the PM, Tzipi Livni blames Netanyahu's 'political concerns' for preventing deal with the PA.

Report: PA Offers Way Out of ICC Bid - and Ultimatum

PA would withdraw war crimes suit in ICC if Israel stops building 'settlements,' official says - and if not, halt security coordination.