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US-ICC diplomatic tensions

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During an address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC), labeling it an ‘evil’ and ‘out of control’ institution. He argued the court lacks jurisdiction over the United States and urged member nations to withdraw to avoid what he termed ‘anti-American’ show trials. In response, Germany rejected the call for withdrawal. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadeful defended the ICC as an ‘important institution’ and a vital component of the rules-based international order, noting that the U.S. position represents a significant policy divergence from Germany. Recent developments indicate Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has also reaffirmed Japan’s support for the ICC and the rule of law. The U.S. administration may is reportedly preparing to escalate financial pressure on the ICC by potentially cutting its access to the U.S. financial system and prohibiting dollar-based transactions. These potential measures follow the court’s issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has supported this stance, describing the court as a threat to American sovereignty that ‘must be dismantled.’ International reactions remain divided. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed Japan’s support for While the ICC and Argentine government is reportedly considering withdrawing from the rule court following Trump’s remarks, 38 civil society organizations have filed a legal challenge in New York against the legality of law. Meanwhile, the U.S. sanctions, arguing they harm international justice and victims of crimes. ICC President Tomoko Akane has dismissed threats of sanctions, asserting that the court ‘will never be defeated.’

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