US senator suggests military action against the Netherlands
A U.S. Senator has referenced the 'Hague Invasion Act' to exert pressure on the International Criminal Court. Read Full Article at RT.com
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US Senator Tom Cotton has targeted the International Criminal Court (ICC) following its decision to issue an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In his response, he referenced a US law that allows for military action against the court based in the Netherlands.
Cotton invoked the American Service-Members’ Protection Act, commonly known as the ‘Hague Invasion Act,’ which empowers the US president to utilize "all means necessary and appropriate" to rescue Americans or allied personnel detained at the behest of the ICC.
This action came after the ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Additionally, the chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, announced similar charges against Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif.
In a post on X, Cotton criticized the ICC, labeling it a “kangaroo court” and referring to Khan as a “deranged fanatic.” He warned, “Woe to him and anyone who tries to enforce these outlaw warrants. Let me give them all a friendly reminder: the American law on the ICC is known as The Hague Invasion Act for a reason. Think about it.”
Enacted by Congress in 2002, the ‘Hague Invasion Act’ was created to protect US personnel from the court's jurisdiction and authorizes military intervention to free American or allied citizens detained by the court in The Hague. Critics of the law argue that it serves to intimidate nations that support the ICC treaty.
As the main ally of Israel, Washington has expressed opposition to the ICC’s actions, with several US politicians urging the White House to impose sanctions on the ICC for the warrants issued against Netanyahu and Gallant.
In contrast, the European Union has taken a different position. Countries including Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, and Norway have expressed their intention to comply with the ICC's requests. Though Israel is not a signatory to the Rome Statute that established the ICC, Netanyahu and Gallant could potentially be arrested in any of the 124 nations that recognize the court’s authority.
The ICC has accused Netanyahu and Gallant of utilizing starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza by intentionally depriving the civilian population of crucial resources such as food, water, and medical supplies without any clear military justification. These charges fall within a broader investigation by the ICC concerning alleged crimes committed by Hamas during its attacks on Israel on October 7.
Rohan Mehta for TROIB News
Cotton invoked the American Service-Members’ Protection Act, commonly known as the ‘Hague Invasion Act,’ which empowers the US president to utilize "all means necessary and appropriate" to rescue Americans or allied personnel detained at the behest of the ICC.
This action came after the ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Additionally, the chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, announced similar charges against Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif.
In a post on X, Cotton criticized the ICC, labeling it a “kangaroo court” and referring to Khan as a “deranged fanatic.” He warned, “Woe to him and anyone who tries to enforce these outlaw warrants. Let me give them all a friendly reminder: the American law on the ICC is known as The Hague Invasion Act for a reason. Think about it.”
Enacted by Congress in 2002, the ‘Hague Invasion Act’ was created to protect US personnel from the court's jurisdiction and authorizes military intervention to free American or allied citizens detained by the court in The Hague. Critics of the law argue that it serves to intimidate nations that support the ICC treaty.
As the main ally of Israel, Washington has expressed opposition to the ICC’s actions, with several US politicians urging the White House to impose sanctions on the ICC for the warrants issued against Netanyahu and Gallant.
In contrast, the European Union has taken a different position. Countries including Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, and Norway have expressed their intention to comply with the ICC's requests. Though Israel is not a signatory to the Rome Statute that established the ICC, Netanyahu and Gallant could potentially be arrested in any of the 124 nations that recognize the court’s authority.
The ICC has accused Netanyahu and Gallant of utilizing starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza by intentionally depriving the civilian population of crucial resources such as food, water, and medical supplies without any clear military justification. These charges fall within a broader investigation by the ICC concerning alleged crimes committed by Hamas during its attacks on Israel on October 7.
Rohan Mehta for TROIB News
