Chad is urging reconsideration of its ICC membership and reviewing withdrawal due to perceived disproportionate focus on Africa.
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Updated sep 27
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Chad is urging reconsideration of its ICC membership and reviewing withdrawal due to perceived disproportionate focus on Africa.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The International Criminal Court is accused of exploiting Africa, drawing criticism regarding its focus and operations.Sub-event
- Chad has notified António Guterres of its exit, while Donald Trump has urged Chad to quit the ICC.Sub-event
Chad and others accused the ICC of disproportionate targeting and formally withdrew from the Rome Statute.1 source
Chad announced its decision to withdraw from the ICC/Rome Statute, prompting criticism from human rights groups.1 source
- An announcement was made on August 1st regarding the removal of visa requirements for citizens of Africa.Sub-event
Chad reviews ICC membership due to perceived bias against Africa.1 source
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The entities involved
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Chad
sovereign state in central Africa
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International Criminal Court
intergovernmental organization and international tribunal
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Africa
continent
Related events
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- Drafting sanctions to treat the International Criminal Court as an institution.
- The International Criminal Court (ICC) attended a conference held in Germany on October 10, 2026.
- The International Criminal Court serves victims in Sudan as the US imposes sanctions on the court.
- Ugandan political figures, including Adonia Ayebare, are debating potential ICC withdrawal amid US sanctions and institutional clashes.
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Newest first; wire copies grouped- opinionnigeria.com
- russiaherald.com
- journal.com.ph
- al-monitor.comChad says will withdraw from the International Criminal Court
- dailypost.ngChad announces plan to withdraw from International Criminal Court
- informationng.comWhy Chad join Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso to announce withdrawal from ICC
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