UN General Assembly
2025

As we look at the flashpoints around the globe – be it Ukraine, the Middle East, or Sudan – we see how the basic rules of international law are violated, not just frequently but systematically. This is why we have created the International Criminal Court – to offer protection for the victims and the vulnerable, but also to safeguard international peace and security. Today, the Court finds itself under significant political attack and is targeted by unprecedented sanctions. This is the moment for us to protect this unique institution – one of the most powerful statements we can make to express our commitment to international law. President, the most among many worrying trends with regard to the respect for the United Nations Charter is the rapid erosion of the rules governing the use of force.