Mongolia Faces ICC Reprimand for Not Arresting Putin
The International Criminal Court has reported Mongolia to its oversight body for failing to detain Vladimir Putin during his visit, despite an active arrest warrant.
- Mongolia did not arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin during his visit, violating its obligations under the Rome Statute.
- The ICC issued an arrest warrant for Putin in March 2023, citing war crimes related to the unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children.
- Mongolia, a member of the ICC, is required to arrest individuals subject to ICC warrants, irrespective of their official status.
- The ICC referred Mongolia's non-compliance to the Assembly of States Parties, highlighting the seriousness of the breach.
- Putin's visit to Mongolia marked his first trip to an ICC member state since the warrant was issued, drawing international attention.