Trump Imposes Sanctions on ICC for Israel Investigations

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations of Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for alleged war crimes amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The sanctions include asset freezes and travel bans for ICC officials involved in these probes, which Trump described as 'illegitimate and baseless actions' against the U.S. and Israel. The ICC, which the U.S. and Israel do not recognize, has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, leading to Trump's assertion that the court has set a 'dangerous precedent.' The move has drawn mixed reactions internationally, with European leaders emphasizing the importance of the ICC in ensuring accountability for global crimes, while some leaders, like Hungary's Prime Minister Orbán, supported Trump's actions. Human rights advocates have warned that these sanctions could hinder justice for victims of human rights abuses worldwide. The situation continues to evolve as the U.S. faces potential legal challenges regarding the implications of this executive order.