As Trump squeezes the International Criminal Court, more countries are leaving
Summary
The United States is intensifying pressure on the International Criminal Court, prompting several member states to announce withdrawals from the Rome Statute. Venezuela and Chad are the latest to leave, while the court faces criticism over selective justice, ongoing investigations, and a leadership crisis.
Key Points
- The United States has sanctioned more ICC staff and is urging member states to withdraw from the court.
- Venezuela and Chad have announced exits, bringing the number of departures in the past year to five.
- Several African-led withdrawals cite selective justice and claims that the ICC targets the continent unfairly.
- Past ICC investigations continue even after a country leaves, as seen in the cases of the Philippines and Venezuela.
