Niger Quits ICC, Deepening Debate Over Court’s Legitimacy

The government of Niger has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court, citing concerns over what it described as selective justice and raising fresh questions about the court’s legitimacy and effectiveness.
The withdrawal, announced on June 23, makes Niger the third country to leave the ICC after Burundi and the Philippines.
In its notification, Niger argued that the court had failed to meet the expectations of countries seeking impartial justice and accountability.
“While the court had raised great hopes among peoples who cherish peace and justice, it has been misused and exploited,” the government said in its official communication.
The decision marks another sign...