UN experts and ICC leaders criticized US Senators blocking sanctions for the ICC's war crime warrants against Netanyahu and others, fearing damage to global legal standards. The bill, lacking support for necessary amendments, reflected concerns over perceived bias against Israel, even as the ICC issued charges against Hamas. Opposition highlights potential undermining of international law, emphasizing the need for constructive legal negotiations.
This bill does not just affect Israel; it has broader implications for international law and could jeopardize US allies and global legal standards.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed that targeting a close ally like Israel should cause concern among all members of the Senate.
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