# Trump-targeted International Criminal Court receives EU’s top rights prize

https://mins.news/en/item/111666

- France 24, 2026-10-22 18:55 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/targeted-by-trump-international-criminal-court-wins-top-eu-rights-prize

> The International Criminal Court received the European Union’s top rights prize on Thursday while facing US sanctions. The award was a show of support that could upset President Donald Trump. European Parliament chief Roberta Metsola said it recognised the court’s work upholding international law and justice; the ICC said it and its officials faced unprecedented challenges.

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