Turkish authorities have formally moved to detain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and several high-ranking officials, alleging they bear responsibility for what is described as a systematic campaign of genocide and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.
An Istanbul prosecutor’s office announced the warrants, naming 37 suspects. The list reportedly includes Israel’s defense minister, national security minister, and the nation’s top military commander. The legal action references the destruction of a Turkish-built hospital in Gaza earlier this year as part of the alleged pattern of conduct.
Israeli officials have dismissed the move as a politically motivated publicity effort. The country’s foreign minister condemned the warrant, labeling it a stunt by Turkey’s leadership.
The development comes amid a tenuous pause in hostilities in Gaza, established as a component of a broader international mediation effort.