Trump Imposes Sanctions on ICC Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), condemning its investigations into the United States and Israel as “baseless.” The move follows the ICC’s issuance of an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, related to his actions toward Palestinians in Gaza after the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023. The ICC’s decision to pursue Netanyahu’s arrest was deemed an “abuse of power” by the US administration.

The executive order claims the ICC’s actions set a “dangerous precedent” and bans ICC officials from entering the United States. The White House affirmed that Israel, a key US ally, should not be subjected to such legal actions, labeling the ICC’s move as illegitimate and without merit. The order further reflects the US commitment to protect its allies and prevent international legal interference in cases involving Israeli leaders.