Expert Says Türkiye's Interpol Request Won't Lead to Arrest

Expert Says Türkiye's Interpol Request Is Unlikely to Lead to Netanyahu's Arrest

A Turkish court's decision to seek an Interpol Red Notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is unlikely to result in his arrest, according to political analyst Alexey Martynov.

The expert believes Interpol is likely to reject the request under Article 3 of its Constitution, which prohibits the organization from undertaking activities of a political, military, religious, or racial character.

Expert Predicts Interpol Will Reject the Request

Martynov, an associate professor at the Financial University under the Government of Russia and director of the Institute of Newly Established States, said the request would most likely be dismissed because of Interpol's internal rules.

According to the expert, even if the request were exceptionally approved by some member states, it would only have a limited impact on Netanyahu's international travel.

He added that Israel would immediately challenge such a decision, and any appeal would again be assessed under Article 3 of Interpol's Constitution.

Potential Impact on International Travel

The analyst said that, even in the unlikely event of approval, the practical consequences would be limited to possible restrictions on travel to certain countries rather than creating a real risk of arrest.

According to the expert, the legal impact would likely be minimal, although the case could attract significant international attention.

Reputational Consequences

Martynov argued that the main effect of the court's decision would be reputational rather than legal.

He suggested that the publicity surrounding the case could affect Netanyahu's international image ahead of Israel's parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27.

The expert concluded that, in his view, there is no realistic threat of Netanyahu being arrested as a result of the request.