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ICC deputy prosecutor claims court insulated against US sanctions amid Trump pressure

ICC Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan told the Financial Times the court has taken measures to insulate itself against potential US sanctions, asserting 'the law must prevail over power.' This follows President Trump's UNGA speech calling the ICC 'out of control' and urging member states to withdraw. The development signals an escalating institutional confrontation between the US and the ICC, with the court publicly projecting resilience.

Middle East Eyeabout 3 hours agoUSengCredibility 49%View source

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#icc #us-sanctions #international-law #trump #diplomacy

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The Hague

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developingGeopoliticsJustice1h ago

US Sanctions Threat Against ICC Amidst Court's Claim of Insulation

The U.S. is threatening sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), which could potentially cripple its operations and lead to the release of detainees. The ICC's Deputy Prosecutor claims the court has taken measures to insulate itself from these potential sanctions, asserting institutional resilience. The effectiveness of these measures remains unverified.

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