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WorldICC condemns US sanctions as ‘flagrant attack’ on court’s independence

The International Criminal Court denounced US sanctions on its president, Tomoko Akane, and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as a “flagrant attack” on its independence. Japan and the European Union backed Akane, while Washington accused the targeted officials of pursuing cases against governments that reject ICC jurisdiction.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-08-19 12:59Original

ICC condemns US sanctions as ‘flagrant attack’ on court’s independence
ICC condemns US sanctions as ‘flagrant attack’ on court’s independenceWorld