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International Law
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Global Power Dynamics and the Application of International Law
A critique of how international law is selectively applied by Western powers, contrasting the defense of Ukrainian sovereignty with the treatment of Palestinian rights and the Global South.
August 11, 2026
US Human Rights Organizations Challenge ICC Sanctions in Lawsuit Against Trump Administration
Four major human rights groups have filed a lawsuit in New York to challenge the Trump administration's sanctions against International Criminal Court officials and affiliated organizations.
August 11, 2026
Washington urges nations to leave ICC as it ridicules Maduro investigation
The United States is pushing for countries to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, citing concerns over political bias and inefficiency following the removal of chief prosecutor Karim Khan.
July 27, 2026
Venezuela Withdraws from ICC Following Prosecutor Karim Khan’s Removal
Venezuela has announced its departure from the International Criminal Court, citing geographic bias, shortly after member states voted to remove prosecutor Karim Khan.
July 25, 2026
ICC members vote to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following sexual misconduct claims
International Criminal Court members have voted to remove Karim Khan as chief prosecutor after an investigation found he committed serious misconduct.
July 24, 2026
Tehran denounces United Kingdom proposal to criminalize Revolutionary Guard support
Iran has criticized a new British plan to criminalize support for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, citing concerns over national security legislation that could lead to 14-year prison terms.
July 14, 2026
Niger formally initiates exit from International Criminal Court
Niger has officially submitted a request to withdraw from the ICC, following through on an announcement made nine months ago alongside its allies Mali and Burkina Faso.
June 23, 2026