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The International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ) have become focal points for global attention as they tackle alleged war crimes in high-profile conflicts, including Russia’s involvement in Ukraine and Israel’s military actions in Gaza. While one focuses on individuals and the other on states, both institutions are tackling cases that could reshape international law.

Role of The Hague Courts in Addressing War Crimes

Established in The Hague, Netherlands, the ICC and ICJ operate under different mandates. The ICC, founded in 2002, prosecutes individuals, while the ICJ, a post-World War II establishment since 1945, brings actions against states. Recently, both courts have been under the spotlight for addressing accusations of war crimes.

• The ICC made global headlines by issuing an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin and another Russian official in March 2023 over an alleged plot to deport Ukrainian children.
• In 2024, the ICC extended its jurisdiction by issuing warrants against Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, alongside three senior Hamas leaders.
• The ICJ’s prominence surged when it initiated hearings against Israel for alleged genocide, upon complaint by South Africa, providing “provisional measures” to prevent further actions in Gaza.

Political Reactions and Global Implications

The actions of these courts have not been free of controversy. U.S. President Donald Trump formally criticized the ICC with an executive order, claiming the court misused its authority by issuing what he deemed “baseless arrest warrants” for Netanyahu and Gallant. Meanwhile, the ICJ’s upcoming decisions, such as the ongoing genocide case involving Myanmar and Rohingya Muslims initiated by The Gambia, are being closely watched by the international community.

Expert Insights on International Courts’ Impact

Nina Græger, director of the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO), explained to CNN that the activities of the ICC and ICJ are integral to upholding international law and norms. She suggested that their roles in these high-stakes cases merit recognition in fostering global justice and maintaining peace.

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