ICC ends contract with French insurer amid US sanctions threat

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ended its contract with French insurer Axa, which provided life and health insurance, effective immediately, and will switch to another provider. The move follows increased US pressure, including sanctions preparations by the Trump administration against the court. These sanctions could restrict the ICC's ability to conduct dollar transactions, raising concerns for Axa and the court. After months of unsuccessful negotiations, the ICC has decided to find a new insurance provider.