Yale University senior fellow and former Human Rights Watch executive director Kenneth Roth contends that recent US sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) do not signify the end of a rules-based global order. Roth asserts the sanctions are primarily aimed at shielding US and Israeli individuals from potential prosecution for war crimes. The United States has imposed sanctions on ICC personnel involved in investigations related to alleged war crimes in Palestine and Afghanistan. Critics argue the sanctions undermine international justice and accountability efforts. Roth’s statement highlights concerns over the US prioritizing the protection of its own interests and those of Israel above adherence to international law. These actions raise questions about the commitment of the US to universal human rights standards and the ICC's ability to function independently.