How the ICC can be saved

US sanctions against the International Criminal Court threaten to weaken its capacity and potentially lead to its slow institutional death. The sanctions block the court’s assets and prevent US companies from providing goods and services, risking paralysis of its investigative and prosecutorial activities. Although a 180-day grace period is in place, urgent action is needed to protect the court, including maintaining or winding down operations. The international community must act swiftly to strengthen the court’s institutional resilience.