ICC says US sanctions on top court members 'undermine rule of law'
Summary
The United States has imposed sanctions on two leading members of the International Criminal Court (ICC), including its president. The ICC said these sanctions threaten the rule of law and affect its ability to investigate serious crimes like war crimes and genocide.Key Facts
- The US sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane of Japan and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye of Senegal.
- The ICC said targeting judges and staff who enforce international law undermines justice.
- The ICC is based in The Hague and prosecutes war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity.
- The US is not a member of the ICC treaty and opposes its investigations, especially those involving Israel.
- In 2024, the ICC issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the Gaza war.
- US sanctions prevent the ICC officials from entering the US or using the US financial system.
- The ICC stated it remains committed to its work despite the sanctions.
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