France backs International Criminal Court after US sanctions judges...

France has expressed its support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) following the imposition of sanctions by the United States on judges associated with the court. The French government views these sanctions as an attack on international judicial processes and the principle of accountability for war crimes.

This development highlights the tensions between the U.S. and the ICC, particularly in relation to investigations involving actions in Israel and the Palestinian territories. France's backing reinforces its stance on the importance of multilateral institutions in addressing global justice issues.