The House passed legislation imposing sanctions on International Criminal Court officials for charging Israeli leaders with war crimes over the Gaza offensive. The bill instructs freezing assets and denying visas to those involved. Republicans and some Democrats support the bill, citing concerns over the court’s actions against Israel and potential implications for US national security.
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Israel orders army to plan to let Palestinians leave Gaza
Israel's defence minister ordered the army to prepare for "voluntary" departures from Gaza following Trump's suggestion to move Palestinians out, sparking global outrage. The UN warned against forced displacement, while Trump's plan to have the US take over Gaza was met with skepticism. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu praised the proposal as a potential solution for Gaza's future, despite opposition from Palestinians and concerns about ethnic cleansing. Full Article
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