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European Parliament awards 2026 Sakharov Prize to ICC

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European Parliament awards 2026 Sakharov Prize to ICC

The European Parliament has awarded the 2026 Sakharov Prize to the International Criminal Court and its staff for their commitment to human rights and justice. Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced the award on 22 October in Strasbourg, as the ICC faces diplomatic pressure and new US sanctions, according to press reports.

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