The governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announced today that they are terminating their participation in the International Criminal Court (ICC). This decision follows a statement by the West African nations, which described the ICC as a tool of neocolonial repression and a hindrance to their own governance. The countries cited concerns regarding the ICC’s jurisdiction and potential impact on their sovereignty. They state they intend to pursue alternative legal frameworks for addressing past atrocities. The move reflects a broader criticism of the ICC’s role in international justice.
Credits: The Straits Times World News