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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE

ICC and officials awarded Europe’s Sakharov Prize

The European Parliament’s award recognises the court and its staff amid pressure on international judicial institutions.

The European Parliament has awarded its 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought collectively to the International Criminal Court and its officials. The announcement was made on 22 October by Parliament President Roberta Metsola.

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European Parliament, Strasbourg. Illustrative photograph.
A prize for international justice

Parliament’s recognition comes as the court faces pressure. Our report separates the award from the wider policy response.

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