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Sanctioned ICC chief urges Japan to counter U.S. campaign
ICC President Tomoko Akane urges Japan to counter U.S. campaign against the court, rejecting allegations of sovereignty infringement.
Takaichi says Japan takes U.S. sanctions on ICC chief seriously
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said her government takes U.S. sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane very seriously, as the measure is not compatible with its stance. Japan had urged the United States not to impose sanctions on Akane, a Japanese n…
U.S.-sanctioned ICC head Akane warns against 'demise of international rule of law'
International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane of Japan warned against the "demise of international rule of law" after the United States imposed sanctions on her.
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Japan says U.S. sanctions on ICC, President Akane 'very unfortunate'
Japan's foreign ministry expressed strong disapproval of U.S. sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its president, Judge Tomoko Akane, reiterating its consistent support for the court's role in upholding international rule of law.
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have ordered prosecutors to open a standalone investigation into allegations of gender persecution by the Taliban, separating it from the court's long-running Afghanistan war crimes probe that covered US nationals.
US Senator Lindsey Graham and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conspired to use sexual misconduct allegations against the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor to try and delay the court's arrest warrant for Netanyahu. The revelation raises further ques…
Hundreds of protesters marched in Washington, DC, demanding US authorities enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Protesters stormed the lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown, where Netanyahu was having …
American actor Mark Ruffalo has called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'murderous maniac' over the Gaza conflict. Ruffalo made the comments on social media, saying that Netanyahu's alleged crimes in Gaza cannot be erased by the dismissal of the International C…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' after Mamdani called for Netanyahu's arrest over Israel's war in Gaza. Netanyahu plans to attend the UN general assembly in New York this fall.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has removed its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, over misconduct claims. This leaves the Palestine investigation stalled, with two sanctioned deputies in charge, and facing an election to choose Khan's successor.
The International Criminal Court voted to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan denies any wrongdoing and his lawyers have called the process unlawful and unfair.
Sudan: ICC Trial Chamber Terminates Case for Sudan War Crimes Against Former JEM Commander Abdallah Banda 'Without Prejudice'
The ICC has terminated war crimes proceedings against former JEM commander Abdallah Banda, vacating his arrest warrant. The decision was made after prosecutors withdrew charges due to evidence deterioration over 15 years.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he lacks the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes. Mamdani cited US law and international agreements that grant immunity to heads of state and UN representatives.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged he lacks the authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but urged US federal authorities to do so if Netanyahu visits the US later this year.
Palestinian rights groups have warned that the disciplinary process against suspended International Criminal Court (ICC) chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been marked by a denial of due process and 'politicisation' that is 'corroding' the court's independence.
Libya: ICC confirms trial for former prison director accused of torture and murders
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that Khaled Mohamed Ali el-Hishri, a former director of Libya's Mitiga prison, will face trial on 17 counts of crimes against humanity and war crimes. He is accused of widespread torture and murder between 2015 and 2020…
Pakistan cricket all-rounder Muhammad Nawaz has received a sanction from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for violating anti-doping rules. He tested positive for a banned recreational substance during the T20 World Cup 2026.
Advocates for Palestinian rights in the US filed a lawsuit in a New York City federal court, seeking an injunction to stop the Trump administration's enforcement of sanctions against groups or individuals liaising with the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Japan watching 'with concern' U.S. campaign to disable ICC - Government Spokesman
Japan is watching the U.S. campaign to disable the International Criminal Court's ability to operate with concern, according to the top government spokesman. The U.S. has criticized the ICC for investigating U.S. military personnel over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan a…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a campaign to undermine the International Criminal Court, claiming it poses a threat to US sovereignty. Rubio vowed to 'dismantle' the court, which he says targets American servicemen and officials.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has vowed to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC) 'brick by brick', accusing the court of interfering with American military and law enforcement operations and threatening the US as a sovereign nation.
The United States has announced a campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the tribunal of posing an intolerable threat to US sovereignty. The campaign aims to systematically disable the ICC's ability to operate and target American servicemen or o…
A new agreement between Lebanon and Israel may prevent victims of Israeli war crimes from seeking justice. The deal includes a clause that could prevent Lebanon from granting the ICC jurisdiction in the country.
The International Criminal Court's Prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended by Britain's independent watchdog for lawyers. Khan faces allegations of sexual misconduct with a female aide.
South Africa defeated Pakistan by 2 wickets in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Pakistan scored 126 runs in 20 overs, with captain Fatima Sana scoring 55 runs. South Africa achieved the target in 17 overs, with Drixine and De Klerk scoring 52 and 37 runs respectively.
Sudanese survivors have asked the ICC to investigate senior Emirati officials over alleged backing of RSF atrocities. The submission names UAE vice president Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan among those alleged to have ties to the RSF.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi may face disciplinary action for violating ICC rules during a match against Sri Lanka.
Former prosecutor calls for EU statute blocking US sanctions on ICC members
A former International Criminal Court prosecutor is calling for an EU-wide statute to block US sanctions imposed on ICC judges and prosecutors following arrest warrants issued for Israeli officials.