Amal Clooney Breaks Silence on Israel Hamas War
Amal Clooney, the renowned human rights lawyer, has finally spoken out about the Israel Hamas war. After facing criticism on TikTok for her vocal support of Ukraine in their conflict with Russia while remaining silent on Palestine, Clooney has released a statement through the Clooney Foundation for Justice. In her statement, she publicly supports the International Criminal Court (ICC) in their decision to seek the arrest warrants of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli and Hamas leaders. The ICC chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, has accused Netanyahu, Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar, Mohammed Deif, and Ismail Haniyeh of war crimes in both Gaza and Israel. Clooney revealed that she has been working on this initiative for months, effectively silencing her online critics. Notably, she is not the only prominent figure facing criticism for their silence on the death toll in Gaza, as Taylor Swift and Beyonce have also been called out.
In her statement, Clooney disclosed that she joined a panel over four months ago to assist the ICC in evaluating evidence of suspected war crimes and crimes against humanity in Israel and Gaza. The panel unanimously concluded that there are reasonable grounds to believe that Netanyahu and Gallant have committed war crimes, including acts such as starvation as a method of warfare, murder, persecution, and extermination. Additionally, they found that Hamas leaders have committed war crimes, including hostage-taking, murder, and crimes of sexual violence. The Clooney Foundation for Justice, co-founded by Amal Clooney and her husband, Hollywood actor George Clooney, released a statement providing further details about Clooney’s involvement in the panel.
Amal Clooney’s statement comes after months of criticism and accusations of hypocrisy. Users on TikTok called her a “fake humanitarian” and questioned her true character due to her silence on Palestine. However, with her public support for the ICC’s actions and her months-long work on the initiative, Clooney has effectively addressed these criticisms and demonstrated her commitment to justice.
GEORGE AND AMAL CLOONEY FIGHT FOR JUSTICE IN ISRAEL-PALESTINE CONFLICT
George and Amal Clooney, the power couple known for their philanthropy work, have founded the Clooney Foundation for Justice. In a recent statement, George Clooney expressed his belief in the importance of the rule of law and the protection of civilian lives. Maintaining a neutral stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, he highlighted the staggering number of lives lost on both sides. With over 35,000 Palestinian lives lost and more than 1,000 Israeli deaths, Clooney emphasized that every life is of equal value.
As a human rights lawyer, Clooney strongly believes that no conflict should be exempt from legal consequences. He supports the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in their efforts to bring justice to the victims of atrocities in Israel and Palestine. Clooney has been working on this initiative for the past four months, dedicating his time and expertise to the cause.
Despite Clooney’s advocacy, the UK Government has expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of arrest warrant applications in achieving a permanent ceasefire. They argue that seeking warrants may hinder efforts to secure the release of hostages, provide aid, and establish a sustainable peace agreement. The UK Government also questions the jurisdiction of the ICC in this case, as Palestine is not recognized as a state by the UK and Israel is not a party to the Rome Statute.
The Rome Statute, which aims to ensure ICC jurisdiction over alleged crimes committed in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, since June 13, 2014, is at the center of the discussion. The application created by Clooney and his panel will be considered by three ICC judges, a process that typically takes around two months. It is important to note that Israel is not a member of the ICC, so the success of the application may not lead to immediate arrests. However, it could potentially complicate international travel for those named in the application.
George Clooney’s dedication to justice and his efforts to bring attention to the Israel-Palestine conflict have been commendable. The world eagerly awaits the outcome of the ICC’s consideration of the application. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this crucial matter.
