Nazhat Shameem Khan, the deputy prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), recently asserted that the institution has successfully insulated itself against the threat of broad sanctions from the United States. In an interview with the Financial Times, Khan emphasized the court's commitment to judicial independence, stating, "The law must prevail over power."

This development occurs amid heightened tensions between the ICC and the United States. During a recent address to the United Nations General Assembly, Donald Trump criticized the ICC, describing the body as "out of control" and an "evil group of people." Trump further urged member states to withdraw their support and resign from the court. While the ICC has faced previous US pressure, Khan’s comments suggest that the court’s internal mechanisms are designed to withstand external political and economic interference. The report highlights a fundamental clash between the ICC's mandate to prosecute international crimes and the US government's long-standing skepticism regarding the court's jurisdiction over its citizens and allies.