The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague is reportedly preparing to issue arrest warrants for five Israeli officials as part of an investigation into alleged war crimes committed during the Israel-Hamas War. The individuals expected to be targeted include three senior political figures: Defense Minister Israel Katz, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Additionally, two senior commanders of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are also under scrutiny: IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir and Southern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Yaniv Asor. The ICC's actions come after previous warrants were issued in 2024 against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for similar allegations. While the ICC has denied issuing new warrants, reports indicate that it is actively pursuing this investigation. In a related development, Smotrich addressed the media, stating his intent to evacuate the Palestinian village of Khan al-Ahmar in the West Bank, asserting his commitment to take decisive action. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the conflict and the international legal implications for Israeli officials.