ICC Rejects US Sanctions on Two Judges

The International Criminal Court (ICC) condemned new US sanctions on judges Gocha Lordkipanidze and Erdenebalsuren Damdin, calling it a “flagrant attack” on judicial independence. The ICC criticized the US for targeting judges involved in legal proceedings regarding Israel, asserting that such actions undermine the rule of law and threaten the international legal order. The sanctions were announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, citing the judges’ involvement in what he termed the “illegitimate targeting of Israel.” The ICC reaffirmed its support for its personnel and victims of atrocities.

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