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21/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 21/11/2024 13:53

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the arrest warrants issued by the ICC

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the arrest warrants issued by the ICC

News story | Date: 21/11/2024 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants against Mohammed al-Masri and Benyamin Netanyahu. The ICC plays a crucial role in ensuring accountability for serious crimes', said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.

'It is important that the ICC carries out its mandate in a judicious manner. I have confidence that the Court will proceed with the case based on the highest fair trial standards', said Eide.