Why it matters:
Netanyahu’s comments come amid growing international condemnation of Israeli atrocities in Gaza, with both him and War Minister Yoav Gallant facing arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Hungary, an ICC member, has instead chosen to withdraw from the court rather than uphold its obligation to arrest Netanyahu during his visit.
What they're saying:
Iranian Embassy in Hungary responded by condemning Netanyahu’s statements as baseless and ironic, noting: “Netanyahu, a globally infamous war criminal and child killer under international prosecution for heinous crimes, absurdly labels Iran as a threat to peace.” It added that he leads a colonial apartheid entity seeking the “settler-colonial eradication of native Palestinians” and that he and his regime pose a real danger to global peace, humanity, and universal moral values.
Key points:
- Iran calls Netanyahu’s remarks hypocritical and accuses him of genocidal policies in Gaza.
- The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant in December 2024.
- Hungary refused to honor its ICC obligations and instead announced its withdrawal from the court on the first day of Netanyahu’s visit.
- Iranian Embassy asserts Netanyahu should be behind bars, not welcomed on international visits.
Go deeper:
Iran’s response reflects its broader stance against the normalization of relations with the Zionist regime and its rejection of Western double standards in dealing with war crimes. As the Resistance Front gains regional strength, Iran continues to advocate for international accountability for Israeli leaders responsible for crimes in Gaza and across occupied Palestine.
ahmad shirzadian
