1. The International Criminal Court's (ICC) president, Akane Tomoko, has urged members to remain united in the face of pressure from the United States and Russia, who are reportedly trying to undermine the court through "coercive measures."

2. The ICC, with a mandate to try individuals charged with genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression, has faced attacks from certain countries in recent years. The U.S. administration has sanctioned some ICC officials this year, including prosecutors and judges, in response to the court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the conflict in Gaza. Russia placed Akane Tomoko on a wanted list in 2023 following the ICC's arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin over war crimes charges related to the invasion of Ukraine.

3. Despite these pressures, the ICC remains committed to its independence and impartiality, as stated by President Akane Tomoko during her address at an annual meeting in The Hague on December 2nd, 2025.