The International Criminal Court (ICC) plays a pivotal role in global politics by providing an avenue for holding individuals accountable for war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity. It seeks to promote international justice and deter future atrocities by prosecuting those in power who violate human rights. The ICC operates under the principle of complementarity, meaning it intervenes only when national courts cannot or will not prosecute. While its influence is significant, the ICC faces challenges, including issues of sovereignty and state cooperation, impacting its effectiveness and legitimacy in the eyes of various countries.