‘We Have Special Forces Protection’: Netanyahu Tells Hannity He Does Not Fear ICC Arrest Warrant

Key Facts

Published: July 29, 2026 Location: Washington D.C. Source: Israel National News, Ynet News, International Criminal Court, Fox News

• Netanyahu acknowledged that he considers the possibility of being detained during foreign travel.
• The Israeli leader joked that special forces could receive “a new task” if an arrest were attempted.
• Netanyahu warned that the ICC could also target U.S. leaders and American military personnel.

Israeli prime minister says he has considered the risks of an emergency landing in a country that recognizes the court’s warrant

by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief

(Worthy News) –  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli special forces could be called upon if he were threatened with arrest while traveling abroad under a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.

During an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Netanyahu was asked whether he worries that a medical or aviation emergency could force his plane to land in a country obligated to enforce the ICC warrant.

“Yeah, I think about it,” Netanyahu replied. “We have special forces around. I served with them for five years.”

When Hannity referred to the possibility of a contingency plan and praised the toughness of Israel’s military, Netanyahu smiled and responded, “Let’s give them a new task.”

Netanyahu also condemned the ICC as part of what he called a corrupt international system, warning that the court’s authority could eventually be used against American presidents and U.S. troops fighting alongside Israel.

The ICC issued its warrant against Netanyahu on November 21, 2024, following allegations connected to Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza. Israel rejects the court’s jurisdiction and has strongly denied the accusations.

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