Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vehemently denied the charges brought against him and his defense minister, Benny Gantz, by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged starvation of civilians as a method of warfare. Netanyahu criticized the ICC's accusations, labeling them as outrageous and false.
Netanyahu refuted the claims by stating that Israel has consistently provided aid to the Palestinian population in Gaza, with over 500,000 tons of food and medicine delivered through various means, including truck convoys, airdrops, and sea routes. He emphasized that the prices of food in Gaza have significantly dropped, indicating ample supply and accessibility.
The Prime Minister highlighted the discrepancy in the malnutrition cases cited by the ICC, pointing out that the number of malnutrition-related deaths in the United States surpasses those reported in Gaza. He condemned the ICC prosecutor for failing to verify the facts on the ground and accused him of unfairly equating Israeli leaders with Hamas terrorists.
Netanyahu criticized the ICC's approach, likening it to other international bodies that have been accused of bias against Israel. He warned that the false charges not only endanger Israel but also undermine the credibility of the ICC as a judicial institution.
Expressing concern over the historical slander faced by the Jewish people and the Jewish state, Netanyahu emphasized that the allegations of starvation as a method of warfare are baseless and perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
In conclusion, Netanyahu called the ICC prosecutor a 'rogue prosecutor' and urged for a fair assessment of the situation in Gaza. He reiterated Israel's commitment to providing humanitarian aid to the Palestinian population and expressed confidence in defending against the unfounded accusations.
