Ukraine has taken a significant step towards potential membership in the International Criminal Court (ICC) by ratifying the Rome Statute. The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, voted to approve the ICC statute, paving the way for increased accountability for war crimes, particularly those committed by Russian officials.
Membership in the ICC is a crucial requirement for Ukraine's aspirations to join the European Union, a goal it has been pursuing since being formally accepted as a candidate in June 2022, following Russia's invasion of the country.
