Mongolia Faces Criticism for Ignoring ICC Warrant Against Putin

The International Criminal Court accuses Mongolia of failing to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin during his September visit, despite an active warrant.

The ICC issued an arrest warrant for Putin in March 2023, accusing him of war crimes related to the abduction of Ukrainian children.
Mongolia, an ICC member, did not detain Putin during his visit, prompting the ICC to escalate the issue to its Assembly of States Parties.
The visit marked Putin's first trip to an ICC member country since the warrant was issued, testing the international community's resolve.
Mongolia's geopolitical position, bordered by Russia and China, complicates its ability to act independently in such international matters.
The ICC emphasizes that member states are obligated to arrest individuals with outstanding warrants, regardless of their political status.