On June 6, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the imposition of sanctions on four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The sanctions target the judges for their involvement in what the U.S. considers illegitimate investigations into Israel and the United States. The sanctions are a direct response to the ICC's actions, which include issuing arrest warrants for high-ranking Israeli officials and conducting investigations into alleged U.S. war crimes in Afghanistan. The judges named in the sanctions are all women: Solomy Balungi Bossa of Uganda, Luz del Carmen Ibáñez Carranza of Peru, and Reine Adelai. The specific details of the sanctions have not been fully disclosed, but they are expected to include travel bans and financial restrictions. The ICC has been a subject of controversy due to its investigations into actions by U.S. and Israeli officials. The court's actions have been met with criticism from both countries, which argue that the ICC oversteps its jurisdiction. The U.S. has long been critical of the ICC, asserting that it targets American and allied personnel without sufficient legal basis. This latest move by the U.S. underscores the ongoing tension between the ICC and certain nations over the court's authority and methods. The sanctions are likely to have significant implications for international relations and the functioning of the ICC. The court's ability to conduct investigations and prosecutions may be hindered by the restrictions placed on its judges. Additionally, the move could set a precedent for other countries to impose similar sanctions on international bodies, further complicating global legal and diplomatic efforts.