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Netanyahu slams ICC, GCC pushes Hormuz reopening, UAE exits OPEC+

4/30/2026

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Netanyahu Calls ICC Corrupt

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the International Criminal Court corrupt and morally bankrupt, urging its closure.
Gulf Cooperation Council leaders met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for summit since U.S.-Israel war on Iran began two months earlier.
Delegates said the Strait of Hormuz, moving one-fifth of oil and LNG, must reopen permanently.
UAE withdrew from OPEC and OPEC+ to pursue interests, dealing a blow to oil exporters.

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Trump Warns Iran

President Donald Trump posted an edited photo showing himself with a rifle amid explosions, warning Iran to “get smart soon.”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the International Criminal Court corrupt and urged its closure.
Karoline Leavitt said the president’s Iran-deal red lines are clear and talks aren’t ready.
A source told Reuters Trump opposes Iran’s plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz, fearing leverage.

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Khan Resumes Duties

A witness statement alleges Qatar promised to protect ICC prosecutor Karim Khan after he issued arrest warrants for Israeli officials.
A three-judge panel ruled Karim Khan may resume duties despite sexual-misconduct allegations, pending the Assembly of States Parties’ decision.
Highgate and Elicius discussed linking Khan’s accuser to Israel and using kosher-food subsidiary as cover.
The ICC Office of Prosecutor said it was concerned about unverified allegations against its personnel.

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Netanyahu Calls ICC Corrupt

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the International Criminal Court corrupt and morally bankrupt, urging its closure.
Gulf Cooperation Council leaders met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for summit since U.S.-Israel war on Iran began two months earlier.
Delegates said the Strait of Hormuz, moving one-fifth of oil and LNG, must reopen permanently.
UAE withdrew from OPEC and OPEC+ to pursue interests, dealing a blow to oil exporters.

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