Iran Condemns US Threat to Dismantle International Criminal Court

Baghaei invoked the lessons of the 1930s, warning that international orders could collapse not only through military aggression but also when the use of force becomes normalized and the international community remains silent. His remarks highlighted Iran’s opposition to what it describes as political pressure on international judicial institutions and its concerns about the consequences of weakening mechanisms designed to uphold international law.

The Iranian spokesman also challenged European governments to clarify their position, questioning whether solidarity with Washington should take precedence over defending international law and the post-war institutional framework. His comments come amid wider disputes over the ICC’s independence, jurisdiction and actions involving powerful states and their allies. The controversy has renewed debate over the ability of international institutions to operate independently amid geopolitical tensions.