Washington imposes sanctions against International Criminal Court president

The United States expanded its sanctions against judges of the International Criminal Court, including its president, as part of a broader campaign against the institution.

Por El Medio Oriente

22 de agosto de 2026

Two people wearing glasses in business suits converse in front of a blue background during what appears to be a public event. — A man and a woman, both judges, hold a private conversation during an official event. The image illustrates the context of diplomatic tensions between Washington and the international institution. (El País — Internacional)

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The sanctions imposed against Tomoko Akane and prosecutor Abdoulaye Seye add to those previously adopted against 11 other judges of the International Criminal Court. The measures are part of a broader Washington campaign against the institution.

The United States government has expressed its intention to weaken the international court, which is responsible for prosecuting war crimes and crimes against humanity. The sanctions constitute the tactic chosen to pressure the institution.