US sanctions ICC judges over investigations

The US imposed new sanctions on International Criminal Court judges and prosecutors, citing threats to Americans and Israelis. The sanctions target four individuals involved in investigations concerning Americans and Israelis without their countries' consent. This action freezes their U.S. assets and prohibits business dealings. The ICC condemned the sanctions as an attack on its independence, while France criticized them. Israel welcomed the U.S. move, calling it a step against a smear campaign.