International Criminal Court Treaty Turns 20

This week was the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute, the treaty that led to the creation of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the Hague. The court, with its mandate to prosecute atrocity crimes, has a more crucial role than ever. But it also faces important challenges, some that need to be addressed by the court itself, and others – like resources, arrests, and political support – that require action by its member countries. The anniversary was a moment for countries to seize the opportunity to bolster support for the court – not through “pat on the back” praise, but…

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