Petition Filed in SHC Seeking Arrest of Israeli PM Netanyahu

A petition was submitted to the Sindh High Court (SHC) on September 25, 2024, requesting the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes against Palestinians. The petitioner, a human rights activist from Karachi, urged the Pakistani government to engage with the International Criminal Court (ICC) to issue an arrest warrant. According to the petition, Netanyahu’s actions in the recent Gaza offensives have resulted in significant civilian casualties and gross violations of international law.

The activist emphasized that, despite Pakistan’s lack of diplomatic ties with Israel, there is a moral duty to support oppressed populations and bring attention to Israel’s actions. The petition references multiple United Nations resolutions that condemn Israel’s military operations, particularly in Gaza, as grounds for pursuing legal action. The SHC is expected to deliberate on the petition, but the case has already sparked discussions about Pakistan’s role in supporting the Palestinian cause on international platforms.