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Trump attacks Norway after Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Donald Trump has sharply criticised Norway after the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize went to South African jurist Navi Pillay, a former International Criminal Court judge. The dispute comes as Washington intensifies sanctions against the court, placing the Nobel Committee's recognition of international law at the centre of a wider diplomatic confrontation.
US sanctions International Criminal Court as Trump administration escalates confrontation
Washington has imposed sweeping sanctions on the International Criminal Court, extending restrictions beyond individual officials to the tribunal's access to American financial and technology services. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the measures defend US sovereignty, while the court and several American allies warn of serious consequences for international justice.
Trump administration prepares sweeping sanctions targeting International Criminal Court itself
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing sanctions against the International Criminal Court itself, potentially extending restrictions far beyond individual officials.
US sanctions ICC president Tomoko Akane as Trump administration escalates campaign against court
The United States has sanctioned International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating Washington’s confrontation with the Hague tribunal over investigations involving Israel and the United States.
Sudan army drone strike reportedly kills at least 35 at North Darfur civil court
Drones reportedly killed 35 at a North Darfur court. Sudan’s remote war is now destroying the civilian institutions communities need to survive.
ICC removes Karim Khan as prosecutor while Putin and Netanyahu warrants remain active
The ICC removed Karim Khan, but its most sensitive warrants remain intact. The court now faces a leadership, credibility and sanctions crisis.
Karim Khan removal vote explained: What happens at the International Criminal Court on July 24?
The ICC faces an internal misconduct crisis and an external United States attack. The July 24 vote will test whether the court can survive both.
Sara Duterte impeachment trial opens as Philippines’ 2028 election hangs in balance
The Philippine Senate will begin trying Vice President Sara Duterte on allegations involving confidential funds, unexplained wealth and threats against senior officials, with her political future and public confidence in national institutions at stake.
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger begin ICC exit as Sahel breaks further from global institutions
Three Sahel states are leaving the ICC as conflict intensifies. Their exit may widen the gap between sovereignty claims and justice for victims.
Rodrigo Duterte arrested in Manila on ICC warrant over war on drugs
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his return to Manila on Tuesday under a warrant issued…