The administration of President Donald Trump has formally told the International Criminal Court (ICC) that the United States does not recognise the court's authority over American citizens and will not cooperate with any of its investigations. According to Reuters quoting the U.S. Department of Justice, a letter sent to the ICC on Thursday made Washington's position clear, stating that the United States would not assist the court's investigations and rejected any claim that the tribunal had jurisdiction over Americans.

The administration of President Donald Trump has formally told the International Criminal Court (ICC) that the United States does not recognise the court's authority over American…

The US says it will reject any effort by court to assert authority over citizens, days after judges sue over sanctions.