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US Secretary of State Rubio Vows Dismantling of ICC Following Netanyahu Arrest Warrant

Jul 13, 2026 02:20 PM CT Washington D.C., United States US diplomacy, ICC, Israel, international law, political support

Summary

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a policy to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC), citing its 2024 arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This represents a significant diplomatic escalation by the US against international judicial bodies perceived as hostile to Israel, reinforcing US political support for Israel amidst ongoing conflict pressures.

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Rubio says US will dismantle ICC 'brick by brick' Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 07/13/2026 - 18:59 Secretary of State issues broadside against the court that issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in 2024 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends a trilateral meet...

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United States NEUTRAL

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared intent to dismantle the ICC 'brick by brick' in response to the court's actions against Israeli leadership.

Israel NEUTRAL

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is the subject of the ICC warrant that triggered the US diplomatic response.

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