The Jurisdiction of the ICC in Relation to The Great Powers. The U.S. Impact on Sovereignty and Authority

The essay critically examines U.S. arguments that portray the International Criminal Court (ICC) as a threat to state sovereignty, particularly in light of the U.S. not being a signatory to the Rome Statute. It explores the implications of this absence for the ICC as an institution, especially given the U.S.'s status as one of the Permanent Five members of the UN Security Council. The analysis delves into the complexities of international law and the dynamics of global governance in relation to the ICC's legitimacy and effectiveness.