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Federal Register · December 12, 2025
The title they went with Publication of International Criminal Court-Related Sanctions Regulations Web General License 9 Noisy translates that to

US sanctions on the International Criminal Court just got a lot weaker

What happened
The US Treasury Department just issued a new license that makes it easier to do business with people and organizations linked to the International Criminal Court (ICC). This means that certain financial transactions, previously blocked by US sanctions, are now allowed without needing special permission.
Why it matters
The US imposed sanctions on the ICC in 2020, targeting officials involved in investigating US personnel. This new license effectively rolls back a significant part of those sanctions. It signals a shift in US policy, making it easier for individuals and entities to engage with the ICC without fear of US penalties.
The signal
Watch for any official statements from the US government or the ICC regarding the practical impact of this license, or if any previously sanctioned individuals or entities resume financial activities with US ties.
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