ICC Prosecutor Expresses Great concern Noting the Escalation of Violence in Palestine and Possible Commission of Crimes under the #RomeStatute

2021-05-12 02:45

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#ICC Prosecutor #FatouBensouda expressed great concern noting the escalation of violence in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, as well as in and around Gaza, and the possible commission of crimes under the #RomeStatute." She added, I echo the call from the international community for calm, restraint & a stop to the violence.I recall that my Office’s investigations will cover all sides and all the facts and evidence relevant to an assessment of whether there is individual criminal responsibility under the Statute."

She concluded, "My Office will continue to monitor developments on the ground and will factor any matter that falls within its jurisdiction.”