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Turkey Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Israeli Officials Over Gaza Allegations
Turkey has issued arrest warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and 36 officials over alleged genocide and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Israel calls it a “propaganda stunt.”
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-11-08
Turkey Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Israeli Officials Over Gaza Allegations

Turkey has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and 36 senior Israeli officials over alleged genocide and crimes against humanity in Gaza, according to a statement from the Istanbul prosecutor’s office reported by The Guardian.

The investigation specifically references the Israeli bombing of the Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital in Gaza, which was funded by Turkey and targeted during an Israeli airstrike in March. Turkish authorities say that legal proceedings have been initiated against all those involved under these charges.

Israel Rejects Turkey’s Move

Israeli officials have strongly dismissed the warrants. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar called the move a “publicity stunt” orchestrated by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, asserting that Israel rejects the allegations.

Israel maintains that its military actions in Gaza are in response to security threats and has stressed that it operates under international law.

Background and Context

Turkey formally joined South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) last year, reflecting growing international scrutiny of Israeli military actions in Gaza.

A tenuous ceasefire has been in effect in Gaza since October 10, part of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for the region. Despite this, ongoing tensions remain high as allegations of war crimes and civilian casualties continue to draw international attention.

The Turkish prosecutor’s move underscores Ankara’s firm stance in support of Palestinian rights and its commitment to holding officials accountable under international law.
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