Dozens of countries slam US sanctions on ICC, vow continued support

A coalition of 48 nations has voiced “deep concern” over Washington’s decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling out all forms of pressure, threats, or attacks against the court’s judges and staff.

In a joint statement, the group pledged continued backing for the tribunal: “We stand with the court and are determined to continue our full support for it so that it can continue to operate independently and effectively.”

The rebuke follows a move by the Trump administration targeting ICC personnel, singling out four judges it accuses of taking “illegitimate and baseless actions” against the United States and its allies, including Israel.