The White House issued an executive order to impose sanctions on ICC staff and their families
Nearly 80 countries condemned on 7 February US President Donald Trump's decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), saying it would “erode the international rule of law.”
The joint statement by 79 countries was issued shortly after President Trump signed an executive order imposing financial sanctions and visa restrictions against ICC staff and their family members.
“Such measures increase the risk of impunity for the most serious crimes and threaten to erode the international rule of law, which is crucial for promoting global order and security,” the statement said.
Canada, Germany, France, South Africa, and Mexico are among the 79 countries that signed the statement.
“Moreover, sanctions could jeopardize the confidentiality of sensitive information and the safety of those involved – including victims, witnesses, and Court officials, many of whom are our nationals,” the statement added.
The White House issued the executive order on Thursday in response to what it called “illegitimate and baseless actions targeting America and our close ally Israel.” (more...)
Trump 'threatens' international rule of law: Dozens of nations condemn US sanctions on ICC
Trump sanctioning the ICC is a new low.
— Howard Beckett (@BeckettUnite) February 7, 2025
America 🇺🇸 has joined Israel 🇮🇱 as a pariah nation.
The words of Francesca Albanese ring true:
“The International Community is made of 193 States and this is the time to give the US 🇺🇸 what it has been looking for- isolation.” pic.twitter.com/1bqFGjt2Zc
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