Attendance Uncertainty
Prime Minister will not attend the 80th-anniversary ceremony of 's liberation due to fears of arrest following an ICC warrant. Education Minister is expected to represent Israel instead.
Both Netanyahu and President have decided against attending the event, with Herzog's predecessor having attended the 75th anniversary. This marks a significant diplomatic stance amid ICC warrant concerns.
International and Domestic Reactions
The ICC warrant, targeting Netanyahu and former defense minister for alleged war crimes in Gaza, has sparked controversy. Israel contests the ICC's jurisdiction and the warrants' validity.
, bound by ICC treaty obligations, has not communicated with Israel regarding the Auschwitz event, reflecting strained relations. The situation highlights tensions between international law, national sovereignty, and historical remembrance.