
War crimes court rebuffed and threatened by Trump administration
These are turbulent times for the International Criminal Court, created 17 years ago as a court of 'last resort.'
Qatar is a sovereign nation in the Middle East known for its immense wealth from natural gas and its active role in global diplomacy. It has positioned itself as a key mediator in international conflicts, notably by facilitating the 2020 peace agreement between the U.S. and the Taliban and brokering the release of hostages in high-profile negotiations.
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These are turbulent times for the International Criminal Court, created 17 years ago as a court of 'last resort.'
Qatar joined OPEC in 1961 and has been its 11th biggest producer, putting out 600,000 barrels of crude oil a day.
Trump's national security adviser harshly condemned the International Criminal Court, which is hated by conservatives.
Reporters Without Borders says hatred for the press is 'steadily more visible' - and is not limited to authoritarian countries.