Explain International Criminal Court.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a permanent international tribunal established to prosecute individuals for the most serious crimes of international concern, including genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression. Located in The Hague, Netherlands, the ICC was established by the Rome Statute, which entered into force in 2002.

The ICC has jurisdiction over individuals accused of committing crimes within the territory of a state party to the Rome Statute, crimes committed by nationals of a state party, or crimes referred to it by the United Nations Security Council. It operates independently of the United Nations but maintains cooperation with it and other international organizations.

The Court's mandate is to bring perpetrators of grave crimes to justice when national authorities are unable or unwilling to do so. It conducts investigations, issues arrest warrants, holds trials, and imposes sentences on convicted individuals. The ICC also works to promote the rule of law, deter future crimes, and provide justice to victims of atrocities. However, its effectiveness is subject to challenges such as limited jurisdiction and enforcement mechanisms, as well as criticisms regarding its selectivity and political influence.