The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to seek arrest warrants for the leaders of Hamas and Israel has placed South Korea in a difficult diplomatic position, forcing the country to weigh its relationships with international partners against its advocacy for global norms.

The ICC’s move has sparked international controversy and global diplomatic tension. U.S. officials, including President Joe Biden, have criticized the court. Senator Lindsey Graham warned Congress, “If they’ll do this to Israel, we’re next.” 

Although Seoul has largely sidestepped the conflict and avoided commenting directly on Israel’s military strikes in Gaza, experts suggested the spat may soon spill