The International Criminal Court (ICC) is an intergovernmental organization and that investigates and prosecutes individuals accused of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. It was established by the Rome Statute, which was adopted on July 17, 1998.
The ICC is located in The Hague, Netherlands, and operates independently of the United Nations, although it has a relationship agreement with the UN.
Its jurisdiction covers crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.
The ICC consists of four main organs: the Presidency, the Judicial Divisions, the Office of the Prosecutor, and the Registry.