India, Oct. 12 -- ActionAid International has expressed deep concern over the US government's decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), warning that the move threatens judicial independence and could undermine efforts to secure justice for victims of grave international crimes.
In a statement issued on October 10, 2026, the organisation urged governments and international institutions to defend the ICC and uphold international law.
Sanctions Threaten Judicial Independence
Arthur Larok, Secretary General of ActionAid International, said the sanctions threatened the court's mandate, operations and investigations. He warned that weakening institutions responsible for investigating and prosecuting serious crimes...