Israel launched intense airstrikes in Beirut earlier in the day and advanced deeper into Lebanese territory
The statement read the warrants were linked to "crimes against humanity and war crimes committed from at least 8 October 2023 until at least 20 May 2024"
Israeli prime minister is expecting a freer hand from Washington as it pursues conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon and with Iran
Move follows months of disagreement over the handling of the wars in Gaza and Lebanon
Hamas chief’s killing extends a run of tactical wins for Israeli leader
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed they struck three military bases on the outskirts of Tel Aviv.
Israeli prime minister is also expected to meet with Kamala Harris, Donald Trump
This decision follows the resignations of two of his partners and hard-liners Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot from the coalition government.
He is charging both with war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the October 7 attacks in Israel and the ensuing Israeli military onslaught in the Gaza Strip
Frustration with prime minister’s handling of war revives antigovernment demonstrations
The PM trails by 27 points to his main rival
Netanyahu went on to reveal that Israel had a plan in place to assume full control of the Gaza Strip once Hamas was defeated