Hungary Quits ICC to Shield Netanyahu from Arrest During Controversial Visit

Hungary has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Budapest for a state visit. The move comes amid international controversy, as Netanyahu is currently subject to an ICC arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has openly stated that his government will not enforce the warrant, defying international legal norms. This marks Netanyahu’s first visit to an ICC member state since the warrant was issued, raising concerns about the erosion of international justice mechanisms. Hungary’s decision has drawn criticism from human rights advocates and could strain its relations with other ICC member countries.