ICC calls US sanctions on its president a “flagrant attack”
By The BriefBrief
The International Criminal Court criticized the United States after Washington imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye. The ICC said the move was a “flagrant attack” on the court’s independence, while EU officials backed Akane and her top officials.
WHO:International Criminal Court
WHAT:ICC denounced US sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as a “flagrant attack” on the court’s independence.
WHEN:Aug 19, 2026
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The ICC reacted to the US sanctions imposed on its president and a trial lawyer.
