INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT

Jun 06 2025POLITICS

Judges Under Fire: US Targets International Court Officials

The US has taken a bold step by imposing sanctions on four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This move is not just about punishing individuals but also about sending a strong message to the international community. The judges in question are accused of taking actions that the US finds illegitimate and baseless. The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubi...

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Jun 06 2025POLITICS

Judges in the Crossfire: US Targets ICC Officials

The United States has taken a bold step in its ongoing tension with the International Criminal Court. The State Department has announced sanctions on four ICC judges. This move is seen as a direct response to the court's investigations into U. S. military actions and the issuance of arrest warrants for high-ranking Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin...

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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

A Shifting Landscape: Hungary's Bold Move and Netanyahu's European Tour

The political landscape in Europe is shifting. Hungary has made a significant announcement. It plans to step back from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This decision comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embarks on a visit to Hungary. The ICC had issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu. The warrant is based on allegations of war crimes committed i...

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

Hungary's Bold Move: Leaving the ICC and Welcoming Netanyahu

Hungary made a significant announcement. It plans to leave the International Criminal Court. This decision came just as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Budapest. Netanyahu is currently wanted by the ICC. The ICC has accused Netanyahu of serious crimes. These include war crimes and crimes against humanity. T...

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Duterte's Arrest: A Big Win and a Big Challenge for Global Justice

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused of serious crimes like genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humani...

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

From Hero to Zero: Duterte's Sudden Arrest

The former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, found himself in a surprising situation. He was arrested at Manila's international airport after returning from Hong Kong. The reason? The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued a warrant for his arrest. They accused him of crimes against humanity during his brutal "war on drugs. " This campaign, which took...

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

United We Stand: ICC Faces Off Against Trump's Sanctions

The International Criminal Court (ICC), based in The Netherlands, found itself in a hot debate. The court's work and independence were threatened by new sanctions imposed by the Trump administration in the U. S. The ICC needs to stay independent and fair, so the court took a stand. The ICC was backed up by some of the U. S. 's closest friends in Europe. They...

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Dec 01 2024POLITICS

International Court Arrests: What Does This Mean for the US?

Imagine this: an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This isn't just a big deal in Israel, but it also raises some questions here in the United States. The court thinks Israel might have done something wrong in the Gaza Strip, like using weapons to hurt civilians. But whose weapons are we talking about?...

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

The Gaza Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis

In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the death toll in Gaza has reached a grim milestone. Health officials report over 44, 000 people have lost their lives. Women and children make up more than half of the fatalities, according to local health authorities. The Israeli military claims to have killed over 17, 000 militants, but has not provided evidence to...

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