ICC Prosecutor Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar's Military Leader

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Big news from the International Criminal Court (ICC)! The prosecutor has applied for an arrest warrant for Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, accusing him of crimes against humanity committed against the Rohingya Muslim minority. It's a developing story, and a panel of three judges will decide if there's enough evidence for the warrant. Stay tuned!

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