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International Criminal Court (ICC)

The ICC is a permanent international tribunal to prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes. It is intended to complement existing national judicial systems.

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December 2, 2024

ICC chief criticizes US and Russia over threats

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The devastated city of Aleppo pictured after the fall of the Assad family's brutal five-decade rule

How Syria might prosecute Assad

How Syria might prosecute Assad

Will ousted ruler Assad ever answer for his brutal crimes against the Syrian people? Legal experts explain the options.
ConflictsDecember 14, 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) holds a meeting with the Security Cabinet after Iran's missile attacks on Israel in West Jerusalem on October 01, 2024.

Netanyahu to testify for first time in corruption trial

Netanyahu to testify for first time in corruption trial

Israel's Netanyahu faces trial as the first sitting prime minister charged with fraud, bribery, and breach of trust.
PoliticsDecember 9, 202403:11 min
A CU of German Government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit

Germany says Netanyahu arrest 'hard to imagine'

Germany says Netanyahu arrest 'hard to imagine'

A spokesperson has suggested that Germany would be reluctant to arrest Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on an ICC warrant.
PoliticsNovember 22, 202402:30 min
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks at a briefing on November 21, 2024

Netanyahu, Gallant ICC warrants spark approval, condemnation

Netanyahu, Gallant ICC warrants spark approval, condemnation

The ICC arrest warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and former DM Gallant have been met with mixed international reactions.
Law and JusticeNovember 22, 202401:07 min
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant attend a ceremony for the 70th cohort of military combat officers, at an army base near Mitzpe Ramon, Israel, October 31, 2024.

Outrage in Israel over ICC warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant

Outrage in Israel over ICC warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant

Israelis responded with outrage to the International Criminal Court's warrants. US officials also expressed concern.
ConflictsNovember 21, 202402:14 min
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu arriving for a meeting

ICC arrest warrant against PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Now what?

ICC arrest warrant against PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Now what?

What consequences await Benjamin Netanyahu now that the International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant?
Rule of LawNovember 21, 2024
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The International Committee of the Red Cross headquarters is pictured, in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, June 23, 2023.

Geneva Conventions at 75: Crossroads for international law?

With mass civilian casualties and alleged war crimes in present-day conflicts, how relevant are the treaties today?
Human RightsAugust 11, 2024
Vladimir Putin and Cyril Ramaphosa in conversation

South Africa dodges a bullet with Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin is subject to an arrest warrant issued by the ICC for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
Law and JusticeJuly 21, 2023
The Afghanistan women's cricket team pose for a picture

ICC under increasing pressure to suspend Afghanistan

The ICC is under pressure to suspend Afghanistan due to the Taliban's ban on women and girls participating in sport.
SportsJanuary 23, 2023
Germany celebrate a win at the European Cricket Championship

Cricket in Germany: A history beyond bat and ball

The sport of cricket is developing fast in Germany. But what does it look like in a country more famous for football?
SportsOctober 1, 2021
A view of the ICC headquarters in the Netherlands

ICC asked to resume probe into Taliban, IS in Afghanistan

The ICC is facing backlash after suggesting it will "deprioritize" a probe into alleged US war crimes in Afghanistan.
Human RightsSeptember 27, 2021
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