The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a permanent judicial institution based in The Hague, established to prosecute individuals for the most serious crimes of international concern, including genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. As a court of last resort, it operates independently of the United Nations, aiming to hold perpetrators accountable when national legal systems are unable or unwilling to do so. Our coverage tracks the ICC’s ongoing investigations, landmark rulings, and the complex geopolitical challenges it faces, including diplomatic tensions and international sanctions that impact its global operations and pursuit of justice.