The timing of this decision has drawn significant attention, as Netanyahu’s visit marks his first trip to a European nation since the ICC issued an arrest warrant against him in November for war crimes in Gaza.

 

The court also issued a similar warrant against former 'Israeli' Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

 

Hungary’s decision to leave the ICC is seen as a direct challenge to the European Union’s policies and the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the court.

 

During his four-day visit, Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, attended a welcoming reception hosted by Orbán. The visit is widely interpreted as part of 'Israel’s' broader strategy to undermine the legitimacy of the ICC’s actions and garner international support against the arrest warrants.

 

International human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned Netanyahu’s visit to Hungary. They had urged the Hungarian government to detain Netanyahu upon his arrival and hand him over to the ICC, in line with international legal obligations.

 

Hungary’s withdrawal from the ICC raises questions about the future of international justice and the effectiveness of global mechanisms designed to hold leaders accountable for alleged war crimes.

 

The move is expected to further strain relations between Hungary and other European nations that remain committed to the ICC’s jurisdiction.