The International Criminal Court says it won't be intimidated by US sanctions. Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan tells SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson why its work will continue and what Australia must do if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travels here.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing US sanctions over its arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who denies allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
ICC Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan explains why the court won't back down, how the sanctions are affecting its work and Australia's obligations under international law.
In this episode:
Would Australia have to surrender Benjamin Netanyahu to the ICC if he travelled here?
Could Mr Netanyahu still face prosecution if he were no longer prime minister?
How are US sanctions affecting the ICC and its officials?
Could international pressure threaten the court's future?
What role is Australia playing in investigations into alleged war crimes in Afghanistan?
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