Source: https://www.theguardian.com/law/2020...ptable-says-euThe US blacklisted Bensouda on Wednesday over her investigation into whether American forces committed war crimes in Afghanistan, under sanctions authorised by Donald Trump in June that allow for asset freezes and travel bans.
Sanctions were also imposed on Phakiso Mochochoko, the head of The Hague-based ICC jurisdiction, complementarity and cooperation division.
“The sanctions ... are unacceptable and unprecedented measures that attempt to obstruct the court’s investigations and judicial proceedings,” Josep Borrell said. Washington should “reconsider its position and reverse the measures it has taken”, he added.
France’s foreign minister also condemned the sanctions and pledged his country’s unwavering support for the court and its staff.
How should the rest of the word handle this? It is outrageous to say the least, to target individuals in order to stop an ongoing investigation.
PS: Please don't make this a "Its all Trump's fault" thread. USA's hostile stance torwards ICC dates back many presidents