ICC prosecutor says court making ‘significant progress’ despite US sanctions
Summary
The International Criminal Court (ICC) says new US sanctions have caused some problems for its staff but have not stopped its work. The court is making progress on investigations, including the war crimes probe related to the Gaza war and arrest warrants issued for Israeli officials.Key Facts
- The US announced new sanctions against the ICC in October 2025, targeting the entire court.
- Some ICC staff are having problems with banking and credit cards due to the sanctions.
- The ICC is trying to protect itself by switching software from Microsoft to European providers and working on banking and health insurance solutions.
- War crimes arrest warrants were issued in November 2024 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Galant.
- The ICC’s investigations continue despite sanctions, but some details must remain secret until judges allow publication.
- Thirteen ICC staff members, including deputy prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan, were sanctioned earlier in 2025.
- ICC’s former chief prosecutor Karim Khan was removed in July following sexual harassment allegations, which he denied.
- The court emphasizes that seeking justice for victims remains its priority despite challenges.
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