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US Sanctions ICC Chief Prosecutors as Netanyahu Praises Move
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First reported by Ynet · Aug 18, 2026
What happened
The US imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior prosecutor Abdullahi Seye, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to praise the move and condemn the court. The sanctions are part of the Trump administration's campaign against the ICC's perceived threat to national sovereignty.
- 01US sanctions ICC President Tomoko Akane and prosecutor Abdullahi Seye.
- 02Sanctions are part of Trump administration's campaign against ICC's actions.
- 03Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized protecting Americans from ICC jurisdiction.
- 04Prime Minister Netanyahu praised the sanctions and criticized the ICC as illegitimate.
- 05Netanyahu warned ICC leaders will face consequences for their actions.
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