Al Jazeera is a controversial television network that recently pleaded with the International Criminal Court to open an investigation into the murder of one of the network’s journalists. According to reports, the journalist was covering clashes occurring on the West Bank in May. Abu Akleh was wearing a vest marked “Press” and she was in a helmet. As she was reporting on the situation, she was reportedly fatally shot.
According to the victim’s niece, the family still has no idea who fired the deadly shot or who ordered the shot to be fired. Despite that, many are demanding an investigation into whether Israel Defense Forces played a role in the incident.
Many believe that Israel has a specific mission to silence Al Jazeera, which often publishes stories that don’t paint Israel in the best light. Israel, which isn’t a member of the ICC, has stated that they will not cooperate in any external probe regarding the journalist’s murder. They believe that any new investigation into the matter would be both biased and misleading. They have, however, stated that an internal investigation revealed a “very high likelihood” that the bullet came from an Israel Defense Forces weapon. Despite that, they firmly reject the notion that the journalist was deliberately targeted.
Evidence suggests otherwise, though, as there were no other gunshots being fired in the area except by Israel soldiers once the journalist was in full view of them.
Right now, the US has accepted the Israeli conclusion regarding the matter, and they oppose a new investigation.
How to Handle International Criminal Charges
If you thought getting accused of committing a crime in the United States was bad, then you’ve likely never considered what might happen if you face international criminal charges. This type of scenario is very intimidating for the average citizen, so it’s even more important than ever to hire a quality international legal representative who can help you navigate the complex situation.
Even worse, if your crimes are serious enough, then you could even face an International Criminal Court situation like in the case above.
The good news is that having your case heard at the ICC is very rare. It only happens in unique situations. The bad news is that even if your trial gets held in a lower international court, you might not experience the same legal rights as you do as an American citizen.
To learn more about what to expect, it might be in your best interests to consult with a lawyer as soon as you can. Here at Bukh Global, our lawyers will listen to you explain the facts of your case and arrest. From there, we’ll discuss the specifics of your legal charges. We’ll go over your legal rights and options. We’ll help you get a better idea of what to expect and whether or not you’ll be facing extradition to another country.
Most importantly, we’ll help you make an informed decision on how to move forward and cope with your charges. Schedule a case review now to get started.