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The US has imposed new sanctions against the President and a senior lawyer of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for attempting to investigate officials from countries not recognizing the ICC's jurisdiction.
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Trump Administration's Iran Policy and International Criminal Court Sanctions
First report 5h agoLast update 22m agoPresident Trump's Iran policy is creating political difficulties for the Republican Party and is seen as a shift towards long-term economic and military pressure rather than immediate talks.
The US sanctions on International Criminal Court officials are seen as a necessary measure to protect American citizens and uphold national sovereignty against a 'fictitious tribunal'.
The US Department of Justice has indicted 17 members of an Iran-based company for cyberattacks on US universities, companies, and government entities, and the US is offering rewards for information on Iranian hackers.
Iran is reportedly considering attacks on US facilities in Europe and submarine internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz in response to US escalation.
Reports indicate that the US Treasury yield has risen due to concerns about the fiscal deficit and rising debt, with inflation fears fueled by the US-Iran conflict.
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