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On September 16, 2025, a UN commission led by Navi Pillay released a 72-page report concluding that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza since October 2023. The report cites killings, aid blockages, forced displacement, and destruction of a fertility clinic as evidence, naming Israeli leaders including Netanyahu as responsible. Israel rejects the findings as false and politically motivated.
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Aid organizations warn that Israel's military offensive in Gaza has caused a humanitarian catastrophe, with over 65,000 Palestinians killed and nearly a million displaced. They accuse Israel of committing genocide, urging urgent international intervention amid ongoing violence and destruction.
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Qatar is seeking legal action at the ICC after Israeli forces targeted Hamas leaders in Doha, marking the first attack on Qatari soil. The strike killed six people, including civilians, and prompted Qatar to explore international legal avenues. The incident heightens regional tensions amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
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As of late September 2025, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is spearheading a US-backed plan to establish the Gaza International Transitional Authority (GITA), a UN-endorsed interim government for Gaza excluding Hamas and initially sidelining the Palestinian Authority. The plan aims to stabilize Gaza post-conflict, prevent forced displacement, and eventually unify Palestinian territories under the PA, amid Israeli opposition and ongoing regional tensions.
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The US is weighing broad sanctions against the International Criminal Court, potentially targeting the entire court, in response to investigations into alleged Israeli war crimes. This move could disrupt the court's operations and escalate tensions with member countries. The decision is expected soon, amid diplomatic discussions.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni acknowledged a court complaint accusing her and her ministers of complicity in supplying arms to Israel, which some claim contributes to alleged war crimes in Gaza. The complaint, signed by 50 individuals, calls for a formal investigation into genocide charges amid ongoing protests and international legal challenges.
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The ICC is maintaining its investigation into Duterte's alleged crimes against humanity, despite a recent disqualification of Prosecutor Karim Khan over perceived bias linked to his prior representation of victims. The case involves charges related to Duterte's anti-drugs campaign, with ongoing legal proceedings and detention in The Hague.
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Multiple cultural and political events in Europe and Asia have been canceled or relocated amid rising tensions and costs. A Paris concert was canceled due to pressure, a Swedish film festival faces venue issues, and a Singapore gala was moved after backlash over Israel-related politics. These cancellations reflect broader geopolitical and economic strains.
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On October 22, 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an advisory opinion stating Israel must facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza, including allowing UNRWA operations. The court found Israel's claims that UNRWA was infiltrated by Hamas unsubstantiated. Israel rejected the ruling as politically motivated. The decision follows a fragile US-brokered ceasefire and ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, with support from progressive voters and some Jewish communities, despite his anti-Israel stance and support for BDS. His victory raises concerns over US-Israel relations, antisemitism, and the city’s political future, amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza.
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As of November 17, 2025, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani confirmed outreach to the White House for a meeting with President Donald Trump. Despite months of mutual criticism, including Trump's threats to cut federal funding and question Mamdani's citizenship, both leaders express willingness to discuss city issues like affordability. Mamdani remains committed to opposing policies harming New Yorkers while seeking cooperation where possible.
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Turkey issued arrest warrants for 37 Israeli officials, accusing them of genocide in Gaza. Israel dismisses the charges as a PR stunt. The dispute escalates tensions amid ongoing Gaza conflict, with Turkey seeking a role in postwar security arrangements despite Israeli opposition.
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On November 12, 2025, former US President Donald Trump sent a letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog urging a full pardon for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the ongoing corruption trial politically motivated. Herzog's office responded that any pardon request must follow formal procedures, and Netanyahu or his family have yet to submit such a request. Netanyahu denies wrongdoing amid a trial that began in 2020. Separately, Israel has appealed to the International Criminal Court to disqualify ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, challenging his arrest warrants against Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes.
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Over the past week, Israel has returned the remains of several hostages and fallen soldiers from Gaza, including Hadar Goldin and Itay Chen, ending long campaigns for their repatriation. The process highlights ongoing tensions over the handling of remains and the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
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As of December 15, 2025, Israel's Supreme Court upheld the ICC's jurisdiction to investigate alleged war crimes linked to the 2023 Gaza conflict, maintaining arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Concurrently, Netanyahu has formally requested a presidential pardon amid ongoing corruption trials, denying wrongdoing and refusing to resign. The pardon request follows U.S. pressure and has sparked political controversy within Israel.
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The ICC faces internal and external pressures as US sanctions target staff, including the acting prosecutor Karim Niang, amid ongoing investigations into US and Israeli officials. The court's independence is reaffirmed, but member withdrawals and delays in internal probes threaten its future. The 24th Assembly is ongoing today.
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Israel's military operations in Gaza, citing potential war crimes and flawed conduct. He highlighted ongoing violations of a fragile ceasefire, praised US aid efforts, and called for a reassessment of strategies amid rising civilian casualties and destruction. The story is current as of December 7, 2025.
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Hamas and Israel are preparing for the second phase of a US-backed ceasefire, focusing on disarmament, troop withdrawal, and Gaza reconstruction. Mediation continues, with international forces expected early next year. Key issues include Hamas's weapons storage and Israeli troop pullback, amid ongoing violence and negotiations.
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Amnesty International's latest report details crimes against humanity committed by Hamas during its October 2023 attack on Israel, including murder, torture, and hostage mistreatment. The report also accuses Israel of genocide in its Gaza response, amid ongoing violence and high civilian casualties.
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A 76-year-old man, Ali Muhammad Abd–Al-Rahman, has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of 27 war crimes, including mass executions and brutal killings, committed in 2003-2004. The sentencing followed a hearing where prosecutors emphasized his deliberate and enthusiastic involvement in these crimes.