International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court expressed concern Friday at the decision by Chad and Venezuela to withdraw from the body.

“The presidency regrets these developments,” said a statement from the court’s leadership, currently made up of Finland, Sierra Leone and Finland.

“The pursuit of justice is strengthened through unity of purpose,” they added.

Venezuela announced its withdrawal from The Hague-based court on July 25 and Chad two days later. Both accused the body of biased in the investigations.