Rubio Threatens Further Action Against ICC as US Escalates Sanctions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that Washington will intensify pressure on the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the tribunal of threatening American sovereignty and targeting US officials and allies. The Trump administration has defended its sanctions campaign against the court, arguing that the ICC has exceeded its authority by pursuing investigations involving […]

Venezuela Notifies United Nations of Withdrawal From International Criminal Court

Venezuela has formally notified the United Nations of its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant step in its long-running dispute with the Hague-based tribunal, which is investigating alleged crimes against humanity committed in the country. The Venezuelan government announced that it had submitted its notification to the UN Secretary-General, […]

Congo Forms New Council in Push for War Crimes Justice

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has established a new advisory council of international legal experts in a significant move aimed at strengthening accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during decades of conflict in the country’s eastern provinces. The initiative marks one of the government’s most ambitious efforts yet to pursue justice […]