Netanyahu hit by war crimes arrest warrant – The Independent 

What’s on the front page of The Independent? 

1. Netanyahu Faces War Crimes Arrest Warrant
   Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant face arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court (ICC) over allegations of war crimes in Gaza. These include charges of using “starvation as a method of war” and directing attacks on civilians. Hamas leader Mohammed Deif, reportedly killed earlier in the year, is also cited in the warrants. This development isolates Netanyahu internationally and complicates efforts to negotiate a ceasefire amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

2. Labour’s John Prescott Dies at 86
   Former UK Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, a prominent Labour politician known for his combative style, has passed away at the age of 86. Tributes have poured in from figures such as King Charles and Tony Blair, honoring his political career and personality.

3. British Lawyer Poisoned in Laos
   A British lawyer has become the fifth victim to die after consuming drinks laced with poison in a Laos hostel. This mysterious series of deaths raises concerns about safety in the region.

4. Russia Targets NATO Base in Poland
   Russia has declared a NATO base in Poland as a “priority target,” escalating tensions in Eastern Europe amid the ongoing geopolitical standoff.