Venezuela formally exits ICC amid accusations of political bias
Caracas announced its “irrevocable” withdrawal from the ICC, claiming the court has been politicized and unfairly targets countries in the Global South
Assessment
Venezuela has announced its formal exit from the International Criminal Court, citing claims of political bias against the Global South. This move removes a major avenue for international legal accountability regarding actions by the Maduro government. The next step to watch is whether the ICC attempts any procedural actions before the withdrawal takes full effect, and how other nations respond.