A coalition of 120 international human rights organizations and activists has accused the United States of shielding Israeli war criminals by obstructing the enforcement of International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants. This condemnation follows the U.S. vote to impose sanctions on the ICC, undermining its ability to pursue justice against Israeli occupation leaders accused of war crimes.

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the "Anti-ICC Law," a controversial bill that, if ratified, would penalize any foreign entity investigating or prosecuting U.S. citizens or citizens of allied states, including Israel. Israel, which does not recognize the ICC's jurisdiction, stands to benefit significantly from this measure, drawing widespread criticism for evading accountability.

Dania Abu Al-Haj, the ICC's Chief Legal Officer, warned that the U.S. actions threaten the court’s integrity and the broader international legal system. She stated, “This reckless bullying jeopardizes global accountability mechanisms and emboldens perpetrators of crimes, not only in Palestine but worldwide.”

The report underscores that effective accountability is crucial to preserving justice and deterring future crimes. The ICC, along with 120 human rights organizations, has called on the United States to lift the sanctions and respect international law, urging nations committed to justice to oppose such coercive measures.

This escalation highlights the tensions between global justice systems and political interests, raising concerns about the erosion of international accountability.