US Sanctions ICC Judges Amidst Israel War Crimes Probe: EU Vows Support

The US imposed sanctions on four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) following an investigation into alleged war crimes committed by Israel in the Palestinian territories. The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, stated that the ICC's actions were politically motivated and without basis. In contrast, the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, affirmed the EU's strong support for the ICC, viewing it as a cornerstone of international justice. This clash of perspectives highlights the growing tension between the US and the ICC, with the EU firmly backing the court's independence.