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Israel's ruling Likud party, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, held primary elections to select candidates for the October 27 general election, signalling intensifying competition ahead of the crucial parliamentary vote.
Israel's October 27 general election shapes up as a confrontation between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, the former military chief turned political rival, signalling a potential shift in Israeli politics.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly denounced ousted ICC prosecutor Karim Khan as a 'con job' following Khan's removal over allegations of sexual misconduct. The development comes as Netanyahu himself remains subject to an ICC arrest warrant.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reversed his earlier position, acknowledging he lacks the legal authority to detain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes if the Israeli leader visits the city.
New York's mayor has stated the city government cannot enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling instead on US federal authorities to handle the matter.