The European Union has awarded the International Criminal Court its highest human‑rights honour, recognising the court’s work in holding perpetrators of mass atrocities accountable.
The ICC is an independent judicial institution established in 2002 to prosecute individuals for genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity. Its mandate is to provide a forum where victims of the most serious violations of international law can seek justice.
By bestowing this award, the EU signals its continued support for the ICC’s efforts to promote accountability and protect human rights on a global scale.
While the announcement did not include details of a ceremony or the specific award name, the gesture underscores the importance the EU places on international criminal justice as a pillar of human‑rights protection.
As the ICC continues to pursue cases across conflict zones, the award is seen as a reaffirmation of the court’s role in upholding the rule of law worldwide.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>