The United States announces a sweeping campaign aimed at countering what it describes as an “intolerable threat” posed by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to US sovereignty and Americans. According to reporting, the US government lists potential measures that could include diplomatic efforts to discourage other countries from staying in or supporting the court. The plan also envisages targeted actions such as possible travel bans and sanctions directed at ICC officials. The campaign is framed as an effort to isolate the ICC, including by seeking withdrawals by other nations and reducing the court’s political and financial backing. The US characterizes the ICC’s activities as a challenge to US sovereignty and says the ICC and its supporters are pursuing “international law” mechanisms against the country. The announcements mark a sharp escalation in US efforts related to the Hague-based court, moving beyond previous disputes to consider coordinated pressure on both states and individuals connected to the ICC.