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Belgium Refers Israeli Soldiers to ICC Over Gaza Violations

7/31/2025

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Belgian prosecutors have taken a bold step by referring a legal complaint against two Israeli soldiers to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged breaches of international humanitarian law in Gaza. This complaint, initiated by the Hind Rajab Foundation after the soldiers were identified at the Tomorrowland festival, calls for urgent action from the ICC amidst the pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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Belgian prosecutors have taken a bold step by referring a legal complaint against two Israeli soldiers to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged breaches of international humanitarian law in Gaza. This complaint, initiated by the Hind Rajab Foundation after the soldiers were identified at the Tomorrowland festival, calls for urgent action from the ICC amidst the pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.