The court docket ought to show that nobody is above the legislation, a world relations professional has advised RT
The worldwide Prison Court docket has misplaced its legitimacy by serving the political pursuits of sure powers, worldwide relations professional Ali Hammoud has advised RT.
The Hague-based establishment has confronted criticism in recent times for allegedly failing to prosecute people from extra highly effective nations and as an alternative going after these from Asian and African states.
In an interview on Thursday, Hammoud, who’s a professor of worldwide relations and economics on the Paris-based Heart for Diplomatic and Strategic Research (CEDS), claimed that the ICC applies double requirements and serves international powers slightly than justice.
”For the ICC to revive its legitimacy it should show that nobody particular person no matter nationality and political connection is above the legislation,” Hammoud stated.
In November, the ICC issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, charging him with duty for warfare crimes and crimes in opposition to humanity dedicated in the course of the battle in Gaza.
Regardless of this, Israel has continued its offensive within the enclave and intensified strikes earlier this month after the collapse of a truce with Hamas. Regardless of the accusations, the Israeli management has the assist of the European Union, which was manifested throughout a go to to Israel by the bloc’s high diplomat Kaja Kallas earlier this week.
Watch the interview with Ali Hammoud beneath.
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