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Germany pledges support for ICC as Trump’s attacks continue
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Germany would support the International Criminal Court so it can continue its work as U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks against the court continue. Wadephul was scheduled to visit the court’s headquarters in The Hague and meet with his Dutch counterpart, Tom Berendsen.
Germany announced that it would provide strong support so the International Criminal Court can continue its work as U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks against the court continue.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said international rules can remain strong only to the extent that there is a willingness to defend them. He said Germany should support these institutions together with its global partners at a time when international institutions are facing increased scrutiny.
Wadephul said Germany would do its part to ensure that the International Criminal Court can continue operating despite the pressure it faces. The minister was scheduled to visit the court’s headquarters in The Hague during the day and meet with his Dutch counterpart, Tom Berendsen.
U.S. position toward the court
The United States does not recognize the International Criminal Court. Washington has recently increased sanctions against the court and its representatives, accusing the institution of acting for political motives.
The International Criminal Court, which has operated since 2002, delivers justice when national legal systems are unable or unwilling to act. Its jurisdiction covers the gravest crimes, including genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Last week, Donald Trump called on countries that are members of the court to withdraw from it during the United Nations General Assembly.
Germany’s historical responsibility
Wadephul said Germany’s own history had taught it the consequences of state power disregarding the rule of law and humanity. He recalled that during the Nazi period, the judiciary was brought under the regime’s control and lost its independence.
The minister said supporting the International Criminal Court was not merely a foreign policy choice for Germany. Wadephul described this support as part of the country’s historical responsibility.
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