ICC head Akane warns against demise of international law

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International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane warned on Aug 21 against “the demise of international rule of law” after the United States sanctioned her and Senegalese trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye. Akane said the sanction was something she had anticipated and urged that it not mark the start of broader erosion.

WHO: Tomoko Akane

WHAT: Akane issued a warning about the “demise of international rule of law” following US sanctions.

WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET

WHERE: Location not specified

WHY: The warning was a reaction to US sanctions targeting Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye.

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