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Trump Sanctions ICC Judges Over War Crimes Probes

The Trump administration has moved forward with sanctions against four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing them of pursuing politically motivated actions against the United States and its allies. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a strong statement condemning the ICC,......

Hungary's withdrawal from ICC coincides with Netanyahu's visit

In a significant political maneuver, Hungary has announced its intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Budapest. This decision raises concerns regarding accountability for alleged war crimes. Hungary's Chief......

Global 195 initiative aims to hold Israel accountable for war crimes in Gaza

The International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) has launched the “Global 195” initiative, aimed at creating a comprehensive network for accountability targeting Israelis and dual nationals implicated in war crimes in Gaza. Announced on March 18, this initiative seeks to leverage......

Swedish woman jailed for enslaving Yazidis in Syria

A Swedish woman has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by a Swedish court for genocide, crimes against humanity, and serious war crimes. The case marks Sweden's first trial related to crimes committed by ISIL (ISIS) against the Yazidi minority in Syria. Lina Ishaq, a 52-year-old Swedish citizen,......

Trump reintroduces sanctions on International Criminal Court officials

In a move reminiscent of his first term, U.S. President Donald Trump authorized economic and travel sanctions targeting individuals involved in International Criminal Court (ICC) investigations of U.S. citizens and allies, including Israel. The ICC condemned the sanctions and urged its 125 member states......

French arrest warrant against Bashar al-Assad for alleged war crimes

Two French judges have issued an arrest warrant for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, accusing him of complicity in war crimes. This is the second such warrant issued by French authorities. The warrant, issued on Monday, holds Assad responsible as the "commander-in-chief of the armed forces"......

New Syrian Leadership Asks Former Security Officials to Surrender

The dark, abandoned corridors of the General Intelligence Service headquarters tell the story of Syria's past. Inside, remnants of the old regime, including discarded boxes, plastic debris, and tattered posters of former President Bashar al-Assad, linger. Outside, wrecked cars and bullet casings......

The ICC Warrants and International Reactions: A Complex Legal and Political Debate

The International Criminal Court (ICC) recently issued arrest warrants for three key figures in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas commander Mohammed Deif. The charges center on alleged war crimes and crimes......

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Israeli and Hamas Leaders Amid Gaza Conflict

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military commander Mohammed al-Masri, also known as Mohammed Deif, on charges related to alleged war crimes during the ongoing Gaza conflict. The......