The United States has launched a fresh wave of measures targeting the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant escalation in Washington's longstanding dispute with the judicial body.
State Department officials confirmed the new actions on Monday, July 13, 2026, signaling a hardening of the administration's stance on international legal institutions it views as biased against American interests.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled the policy shift in a video address, framing the move as a necessary defense of national sovereignty.
The announcement comes amid growing tensions between the US and several allied nations that remain committed to the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC.
Rubio's remarks explicitly called on partner countries to clarify their position, effectively drawing a line in the sand over the court's legitimacy and jurisdiction.
The diplomatic fallout is expected to be immediate.