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Marco Rubio Leads Campaign to Dismantle International Criminal Court as Administration Imposes New Sanctions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a sweeping campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC), arguing that the institution threatens U.S. sovereignty. The administration announced new sanctions against ICC President Tomoko Akane and Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, labeling the court as "corrupt and fatally politicized." These measures are part of a broader effort to weaken the court, which has been under pressure since February 2025. While the administration seeks to reduce its own legal exposure, the ICC has condemned the sanctions as a blow to international accountability. UN experts have warned that dismantling the court could roll back significant gains in international criminal justice. The campaign also aims to persuade other nations to withdraw from the ICC, though some current supporters, such as Japan and France, remain committed. The administration's actions are particularly notable for targeting the court's investigation into the alleged war crimes of Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was issued an arrest warrant by the court.

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