'Human rights organizations break with the ICC under American pressure'

Since last year, over twenty human rights organizations have significantly reduced or completely halted their collaboration with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. This shift is largely due to sanctions imposed by the United States, which have restricted NGOs from working with the ICC if they have contracts with American funders. Major organizations like Human Rights Watch have ceased their cooperation, impacting the ICC's ability to gather evidence and conduct investigations. The sanctions, initiated by former President Trump, include financial penalties and visa restrictions for those assisting the ICC. Many NGOs fear further sanctions, leading to a reluctance to engage openly with the ICC or discuss the implications of these restrictions.