Italy confirms its trust in the ICC, against US sanctions
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Italy, together with other Western countries, announced a joint statement to reaffirm support for the independence and integrity of the International Criminal Court, opposing the sanctions imposed by the United States.
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Why It Matters
The United States has imposed sanctions against the International Criminal Court in response to investigations into alleged war crimes.
Italy is also among the Western countries that will publish a statement to confirm trust in the International Criminal Court and reiterate that they are against US sanctions on the International Criminal Court: this was stated by Farnesina sources. Support for the Court will be confirmed - it is explained -: together with countries such as Germany, France, Japan and Canada, Italy recalls its support for the independence, impartiality and integrity of the ICC.
Italy - the sources add - and other countries maintain that they want to carry out a constructive and inclusive dialogue with states not party to the Rome Statute, such as the United States. And our country, together with its partners, declares that it notes with satisfaction the work carried out by the Court to prepare for the adoption of these sanctions, so that the Court can continue to fulfill its mandate under the Rome Statute. Italy, therefore, reiterates its unconditional support for the Court to do so.
Open Questions
- What will be the concrete measures to combat the sanctions?
