International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court is an independent, international tribunal that prosecutes individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to escalating tensions with the United States, which has sanctioned its chief prosecutor and is pressuring allies to withdraw support.

Latest on International Criminal Court

• U.S. wants allies, including Japan, to end support for International Criminal Court
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• the United States' campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC)
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