Venezuela announces intent to withdraw from International Criminal Court
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Plasencia announced plans to withdraw from the ICC, citing alleged political bias and targeting of the state. This move follows ongoing ICC investigations into potential crimes against humanity committed by the Caracas regime since 2020. The withdrawal reflects a broader trend of regional resistance to the court's jurisdiction.
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Venezuela Initiates ICC Withdrawal Amidst Ongoing Investigation
Venezuela has formally initiated its withdrawal from the Rome Statute, effectively exiting the International Criminal Court (ICC). This action follows ongoing ICC investigations into alleged crimes against humanity committed by the Caracas regime since 2020. Legal experts confirm the withdrawal does not terminate existing ICC jurisdiction over acts committed while Venezuela was a party to the treaty.