Venezuela has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court (ICC), finalizing a decision the government announced in December 2025.
The administration cited the "instrumentalization of international justice" as the primary driver for severing ties with the tribunal, arguing that the court's mechanisms have been used against the country's interests.
According to reports from Tal Cual, the withdrawal does not halt proceedings already underway.
Investigations currently in progress will continue despite Venezuela's exit from the court's jurisdiction.
This distinction is critical for legal observers and human rights advocates tracking cases involving Venezuelan officials.
The move underscores the deepening rift between Caracas and international judicial bodies.