International Criminal Court

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Oct 22
International Criminal Court wins 2026 Sakharov Prize despite Trump sanctions
The European Parliament on Thursday, 22 October 2026, awarded its 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to the International Criminal Court and its officials. The award came less than two weeks after Donald Trump announced sanctions against the court.
Oct 22
European Parliament awards 2026 Sakharov Prize to the International Criminal Court
The Hague-based court, which the United States has sanctioned, was chosen over two other finalists. The award ceremony is set for 16 December in Strasbourg.
Oct 13
EU opts for dialogue over hard response to US sanctions on the ICC
Washington has added the International Criminal Court to its sanctions list, with the measures taking effect in April 2027. EU foreign ministers meeting in Luxembourg chose diplomacy, keeping a blocking statute in reserve.
Oct 5
ICC unseals arrest warrants for four Taliban leaders over gender persecution in Afghanistan
The International Criminal Court has made public arrest warrants for Taliban supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and three other senior officials, citing systemic crimes against humanity targeting Afghan women, girls, and LGBTQI+ individuals.