https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-foreign-attack-on-eu-territory-meps-call-eu-to-shield-icc-from-us-sanctionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-foreign-attack-on-eu-territory-meps-call-eu-to-shield-icc-from-us-sanctionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-foreign-attack-on-eu-territory-meps-call-eu-to-shield-icc-from-us-sanctions#u126620Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:07:02 +0000The European Parliament has called on the EU to protect the International Criminal Court (ICC) from US sanctions. Fifty-eight MEPs have urged the European Commission to defend the ICC, warning that the US measures undermine the court's independence and global credibility. The Commission is considering options, including activating the EU blocking statute, but prioritizes diplomacy.Why it mattersThe US has imposed sanctions on the ICC, prompting concerns about the court's ability to operate independently. The EU has been urged to take action to shield the ICC. The International Crimin