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ICC says US sanctions are disrupting staff services but not halting investigations
The International Criminal Court’s deputy prosecutor says US sanctions are already causing banking problems for some staff, despite a six-month transition period, but have not reduced the court’s investigative work. The ICC is moving from Microsoft software to European alternatives and negotiating over banking and health insurance. The court says its Gaza investigation has made significant progress, though related applications remain confidential. The sanctions’ eventual scope and what concessions Washington would accept remain unclear.
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What matters
- Staff members have reported difficulties with banking services.
- The ICC is seeking alternatives for software, banking and insurance.
- The court says investigations continue across all situations.
- The deputy prosecutor says some Gaza-related applications remain sealed.
Why the impact is uncertain
Banks are reportedly over-complying to limit their exposure, and the court cannot yet predict the full operational effect when the sanctions formally take effect.
Context & caveats
- The account relies substantially on an interview with the ICC deputy prosecutor.
Why this made the edition
A detailed account of how US sanctions are affecting the International Criminal Court, including operational adaptations, banking problems and the court’s continuing investigations.
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