"The ICC should only proceed with investigations where it has clear jurisdiction and consent from involved nations, or it will remain a tool of geopolitical rivalry rather than impartial justice."

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The sanctions come a month after Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to dismantle the court "brick by brick."

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Sources

US sanctions International Criminal Court president, top lawyer

Al Monitor · Aug 18, 2026

US to levy sanctions against the president and a prosecutor of international criminal court

The Guardian · Aug 18, 2026

US announces new sanctions on top ICC figures

BBC World Service · Aug 18, 2026

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"The ICC should only proceed with investigations where it has clear jurisdiction and consent from involved nations, or it will remain a tool of geopolitical rivalry rather than impartial justice."

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