‘제재 대상’ 된 ICC 소장, 트럼프 행정부 겨냥 “정의가 악을 이긴다”

Donald Trump's administration designated ICC chief Akane Domoeko as a target for sanctions, sparking a strong response from the Japanese chief. Akane firmly stated that the ICC is not a corrupt political organization, but rather an impartial and fair institution that investigates and prosecutes severe crimes committed by suspected individuals.

He emphasized that his position would not change due to this disadvantage and that he would continue to resist the pressure. Akane also reminded everyone that justice always triumphs over evil, and he pledged to stand by the ICC and protect its judges and staff. The ICC had already issued arrest warrants for former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas for war crimes and crimes against humanity, as well as the early stages of the United States-Israel-Iran war.

Akane acknowledged that he had anticipated this disadvantage and that he would continue to perform his duties regardless of the opposition. He emphasized that the ICC is the last resort in cases where no other country is willing to take action against severe international crimes, and that it serves as a "last hope" for victims of such crimes.

Akane urged the international community to recognize this situation as a "crisis of rule of law" and to support the ICC in its efforts to bring perpetrators of international crimes to justice. He requested special support from his home country, Japan, as Japan has a long-standing close relationship with the United States. Japan's previous government had been criticized for its lackadaisical approach to the issue, but Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has since expressed strong support for the ICC and strongly condemned its designation as a target for sanctions.