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    International Criminal Court: Purpose and Global Role

    Andrew RogersBy Andrew RogersJune 26, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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    The International Criminal Court, commonly known as the ICC, is a permanent international tribunal created to investigate and prosecute individuals accused of committing the most serious crimes under international law. These include genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression. Based in The Hague, Netherlands, the ICC plays a vital role in global justice by holding powerful individuals accountable for atrocities, regardless of their official status.

    The ICC was established through the Rome Statute, a treaty adopted in 1998 and entered into force on July 1, 2002. The Rome Statute serves as the court’s founding legal framework. As of now, 124 countries have ratified or acceded to the Rome Statute, making them members of the court. However, several major nations, such as the United States, China, Russia, India, and Israel, are not members and do not recognize the court’s jurisdiction.

    The ICC does not prosecute states, organizations, or governments. Instead, it focuses solely on individuals, including political leaders, military commanders, and other key figures responsible for international crimes. The court’s jurisdiction is limited, as it can only investigate and prosecute crimes that occurred on the territory of a member state, were committed by a national of a member state, or were referred by the United Nations Security Council. Additionally, a non-member state may accept the ICC’s jurisdiction for specific cases.

    The crimes under the ICC’s jurisdiction are clearly defined in the Rome Statute. Genocide involves acts committed with the intent to destroy a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group. Crimes against humanity refer to widespread or systematic attacks on civilians, such as murder, torture, rape, and forced disappearances. War crimes include serious violations of the laws of war, such as targeting civilians, using child soldiers, and attacking humanitarian missions. The crime of aggression, added in 2018, involves a state’s illegal use of armed force against the sovereignty, territorial integrity, or political independence of another state.

    The ICC’s structure includes several key organs. The Office of the Prosecutor is responsible for conducting investigations and bringing charges against individuals. The court has Pre-Trial, Trial, and Appeals Chambers, each composed of judges elected by the member states for nine-year terms. The Registry provides administrative and logistical support, while separate units ensure legal representation for defendants and allow victims to participate in proceedings.

    Since its creation, the International Criminal Court has investigated and prosecuted several high-profile cases. These include former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir for genocide in Darfur, former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi for crimes during the 2011 uprising, and an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2023 over alleged war crimes in Ukraine. In 2024, the ICC’s prosecutor requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. These moves have sparked both support and controversy on the global stage.

    Despite its mission, the ICC faces significant challenges. It relies heavily on member states to arrest and surrender suspects, as it does not have its own enforcement mechanisms. This dependence has made it difficult to bring many indicted individuals to trial. The court has also faced accusations of political bias, particularly from African nations that feel disproportionately targeted. Furthermore, the legal processes at the ICC are often lengthy and complex, leading to criticism over delays in delivering justice.

    Nevertheless, the ICC remains a powerful symbol of international accountability. It provides a legal forum for victims to seek justice when domestic systems fail or refuse to act. While not universally accepted, the court continues to evolve as it addresses crimes of global concern and aims to deter future atrocities by showing that no one is above the law.

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