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France Upholds Immunity For Netanyahu Amid ICC Arrest Warrant

Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

The French foreign ministry released a statement on Wednesday regarding the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The ministry clarified that immunity rules that apply to states not party to the ICC also cover Prime Minister Netanyahu.

France emphasized its commitment to upholding international obligations, including cooperation with the ICC. However, the ministry stated that such cooperation cannot conflict with its obligations under international law concerning the immunities of states not part of the ICC.

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