Observatoire des droits humains (anglais seulement)

Q&A: The International Criminal Court and the United States

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This Q&A addresses key questions regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the relationship between the court and the United States. 1. What is the International Criminal Court? 2. Is the US a member of the ICC? 3. What fair trial protections exist before the ICC? 4. Does the ICC override national authorities in carrying out investigations and prosecutions? 5. Why can the ICC investigate and prosecute US personnel? 6. Hasn’t the US already investigated alleged abuses by US military and CIA personnel in Afghanistan? 7. What has been the US relationship with the ICC? 8. What is the…

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