VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-19
“must be able to act independently and without external pressure”
Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19
The EU leaders expressed support for ICC President Akane and top officials via social media statements.
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