Politics · October 9, 2026
US directly sanctions ‘rogue’ International Criminal Court: ‘End this threat once and for all’
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new U.S. sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday, targeting the institution itself rather than specific individuals. The measures restrict international transactions and aim to isolate the court materially and politically. Rubio stated the actions respond to the ICC's attempts to exercise jurisdiction over U.S. citizens, including military and border personnel, despite the U.S. not being a member of the court. The administration called on allies to assist in reining in the body, while the ICC maintains that its arrest warrants are non-negotiable.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new U.S. sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday, targeting the institution itself rather than specific individuals. The measures restrict international transactions and aim to isolate the court materially and politically. Rubio stated the actions respond to the ICC's attempts to exercise jurisdiction over U.S. citizens, including military and border personnel, despite the U.S. not being a member of the court. The administration called on allies to assist in reining in the body, while the ICC maintains that its arrest warrants are non-negotiable.